Estimating & Preconstruction Leader

Metcalf Builders, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Metcalf Builders Inc. in Reno, Nevada, is seeking an Estimating & Preconstruction Manager to lead all preconstruction activities from early budgeting to GMP development and smooth handoff to operations.

You will collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners to align scope, manage costs, evaluate feasibility, and deliver well-coordinated projects while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related experience in preconstruction, estimating, or commercial construction project management.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and navigate plans and specifications.
• Experience developing conceptual budgets and progressive design-phase estimates.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead bid leveling, trade scoping, and procurement preparation.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with owners, architects, and design professionals from conceptual design through construction document completion and project turnover.
• Participate in design meetings and provide real‑time cost, constructability, and feasibility input.
• Represent Metcalf Builders, Inc. at industry and community events and support business development activities.
• Develop conceptual budgets using client‑provided metrics and preliminary information.
• Prepare clear, detailed, and accurate estimates at each design milestone.
• Create final contract exhibits reflecting approved budgets for client execution.
• Perform value engineering studies and provide cost‑saving alternatives while maintaining design intent.
• Maintain and track scope sheets, risk logs, allowances, and contingencies.

Skills

Preconstruction

Estimating

Commercial construction

Design feasibility

Budgeting

Bid leveling

Trade scoping

Procurement

Leadership

Bluebeam

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Bluebeam

Job description

Metcalf Builders Inc. in Reno, Nevada, is seeking an Estimating & Preconstruction Manager to lead all preconstruction activities from early budgeting to GMP development and smooth handoff to operations.

You will collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners to align scope, manage costs, evaluate feasibility, and deliver well-coordinated projects while mentoring junior staff.