Industrial Estimating Manager: Lead Preconstruction Team

Atlantic Constructors Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Health Savings Plan

Wellness Programs

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is seeking an experienced Industrial Estimating Manager to lead and oversee the estimating process for industrial construction projects across Virginia and surrounding markets.

This role requires coordinating with preconstruction, operations, engineering, and leadership while guiding a team of estimators. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, extensive knowledge of construction systems and pricing, and a track record of managing multi-discipline estimates

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years estimating experience within industrial construction.
• Experience leading estimating teams or large preconstruction efforts.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, cost controls, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the estimating team for industrial construction projects from conceptual budgeting through final proposal submission.
• Develop accurate cost estimates, bid packages, labor forecasts, and pricing strategies for negotiated and competitive bid work.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify scope requirements, risks, and opportunities.
• Coordinate with project management, operations, engineering, VDC/BIM, purchasing, and executive leadership throughout preconstruction.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships, including solicitation, scope review, bid leveling, and final pricing evaluations.
• Establish and maintain estimating standards, processes, historical cost databases, and best practices.
• Participate in client meetings, design-assist discussions, preconstruction planning, and value engineering efforts.
• Mentor and develop estimating staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating

Communication

Negotiation

Organization

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business.

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

CM software

Job description

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is seeking an experienced Industrial Estimating Manager to lead and oversee the estimating process for industrial construction projects across Virginia and surrounding markets.

This role requires coordinating with preconstruction, operations, engineering, and leadership while guiding a team of estimators. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, extensive knowledge of construction systems and pricing, and a track record of managing multi-discipline estimates