Development Manager

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and final construction estimates.
• Review and interpret architectural, civil, structural, and MEP drawings for cost implications.
• Perform accurate quantity take-offs and develop cost breakdowns for labor, materials, and subcontractor scopes.
• Coordinate and lead RFPs, bid walks, and bid submissions; prepare clear bid comparisons and subcontractor leveling.
• Maintain and expand relationships with qualified subcontractors and vendors in NY, NJ, and CT.
• Provide value engineering recommendations and advise on cost-saving alternatives.
• Develop and manage project-specific historical cost data and internal benchmarks.
• Participate in pre-bid conferences, site visits, and scope review meetings.
• Assess general conditions, site logistics, phasing, and construction challenges during early-stage planning.
• Track and update budgets throughout design changes and permit phases.
• Collaborate with owners, design consultants, and construction teams to refine budgets and scopes.
• Assist in smooth handoff from pre-construction to construction, including bid tabulation and contract selection.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field of study
• 5+ years of direct estimating experience at a General Contractor working on ground-up multifamily projects (ideally with experience on podium, garden walk-up, and other Type-I developments)
• Must be familiar with both conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimating.
• Familiarity with MEP systems, construction materials, labor pricing, and regional subcontractor markets.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents with strong attention to detail.
• Advanced computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite as well as estimating software such as OST

Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

Over the past 30 years, we've grown to become a leader in the rehabilitation and new construction of affordable housing across the U.S., with over 500 major projects completed to date. With 4 offices spanning California and experience working in 20 states and counting, we offer full-spectrum construction services, custom-tailored to the needs of our clients. Our specialization allows us to provide the most competitive pricing and scheduling and, in turn, has resulted in over 90% of our business coming from long-term, repeat clients.

Why join us?

• $110-150k Base Salary
• Annual Bonus
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• 401k (with 5% company contribution)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• 3 Weeks PTO
• 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits for employees!

California-based General Contractor with over 55,000 affordable housing units completed and operations across 20 states now hiring for an experienced, senior-level Estimator!