Caplow Manzano is hiring an experienced and detail-oriented cost manager and bidding liaison. This candidate will serve as the critical strategic link between our design team, construction team, and all external vendors and subcontractors. 

Responsibilities

• Act as the central point of contact between the design team, construction team, and all external vendors and subcontractors;

• Develop detailed, accurate cost estimations from early-stage conceptual sketches through final construction documents;

• Manage the bidding process from start to finish. Source quotes, analyze vendor proposals, and perform apples-to-apples comparisons;

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and trades. Negotiate competitive pricing, lead times, and terms;

• Work collaboratively with design and construction team to vet alternative materials, fixtures, or fabrication methods to lower costs without compromising company standards;

• Build and maintain an internal, up-to-date database of unit costs, vendor lead times, and reliable subcontractors.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction, engineering, or equivalent demonstrated experience in the field;

• A minimum of 3-5 years work experience post-degree or at least 8 years in the field with no degree;

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities;

• Ability to read and interpret detailed drawings and specifications;

• Strong communication skills; sense of humor; poise under pressure;