Assistant Pre Construction Manager

Broadmoor, LLC; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Broadmoor, LLC is seeking an Assistant Preconstruction Manager who develops conceptual, negotiated, and competitive-bid estimates and collaborates with Project Management, design teams, clients, and trade partners to produce precise budgets.

You will forecast cost, size, scope, and duration of projects, create detailed takeoffs, and support bids and buyouts using Excel and estimating tools; Revit/AutoCAD knowledge valued.

Qualifications

• Read construction documents, perform detailed quantity takeoffs, analyze subcontractor bids, and develop clear, accurate estimates.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with estimating and document-review tools.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Acrobat is valued.
• Two or more years of professional experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and forecast - Assist in forecasting the cost, size, scope, and duration of future construction projects.
• Plan project approach - Partner with Project Management to develop initial sequencing and identify labor, material, and equipment requirements.
• Perform quantity surveys - Read and interpret construction drawings, prepare detailed quantity takeoffs, and assemble bid packages for subcontractor pricing and contract development.
• Build project budgets - Develop detailed estimate spreadsheets and support the transfer of approved budgets into project-management systems.
• Analyze bids and support buyout - Evaluate subcontractor proposals, identify scope gaps, compare pricing, and assist with project buyout.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Position Summary The Assistant Preconstruction Manager develops conceptual, negotiated, and competitive-bid estimates and works closely with Project Management, support teams, clients, designers, and trade partners to produce precise, well-supported budgets. The position reports to Broadmoor's Director of Preconstruction and may provide direction to interns or other supporting personnel as needed.

What You Will Do

• Estimate and forecast - Assist in forecasting the cost, size, scope, and duration of future construction projects.
• Plan project approach - Partner with Project Management to develop initial sequencing and identify labor, material, and equipment requirements.
• Perform quantity surveys - Read and interpret construction drawings, prepare detailed quantity takeoffs, and assemble bid packages for subcontractor pricing and contract development.
• Build project budgets - Develop detailed estimate spreadsheets and support the transfer of approved budgets into project-management systems.
• Analyze bids and support buyout - Evaluate subcontractor proposals, identify scope gaps, compare pricing, and assist with project buyout.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

Experience

• Two or more years of professional experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry, preferably with a general contractor or subcontractor.

Estimating knowledge

• Ability to read construction documents, perform detailed quantity takeoffs, analyze subcontractor bids, and develop clear, accurate estimates.

Technology

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, plus proficiency with relevant estimating and document-review tools.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Acrobat is valued.

Communication and organization

• Excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and collaborate effectively.