Caplow Manzano is hiring a construction project manager to oversee residential construction projects from pre-construction to final closeout while directly supporting the Director of Construction in driving overall project success. This candidate will develop detailed cost estimations, manage the full bidding process, and act as the primary liaison between subcontractors, consultants, and field personnel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of construction projects from pre-construction through final closeout;

• 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 years work experience post-degree or at least 6 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;

Caplow Manzano is hiring an Operations Assistant to support day to day logistics and administrative tasks for a small architecture and construction studio.

Responsibilities

• Assistant the Director of Operations with day to day activities;

• Overseeing Daily Office Operations: landlord relations; general support to visitors; handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries; answering phone calls; replenish office supplies;

• Invoice and Contract Management: vendor and consultant relations; tracking contracts for payment schedules, payment history and deliverables; contract reviews and signature requests;

• Business compliance for multiple small companies: tracking renewal deadlines; assisting with proposal requests and review of policies;

• Team Organization: calendars; coordinating meetings; planning team events; coordinating travel

• Human Resources: sick policy enforcement; assisting with insurance renewals.

Required Experience

• Degree in business, communications, or related field;

• 3-4 years experience; 

• Ability to self-manage and work independently;

• Personally organized and detail-oriented;

• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines;

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

Desired Skill Set

• Interest in architecture, design, real estate and/or construction;

• A passion for ecology and sustainability.