Lead Estimator, Multifamily Preconstruction

CF Evans Construction; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CF Evans Construction in the Carolinas seeks an Estimator to lead preconstruction activities for multiple negotiated multifamily projects. You will prepare quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and budgets from concept through final design, and participate in bid reviews and client meetings.

Coordinate pricing with construction teams, manage subcontractor and vendor negotiations, and provide value engineering options to support safe, high-quality project delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience leading preconstruction estimates for multifamily or commercial projects.
• Ability to prepare quantities, cost estimates, and budgets from concept to design.
• Strong coordination with owners, architects, and subcontractors.
• Experience in bid reviews and value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform portions of estimates for multiple projects, including quantity takeoffs and cost estimation.
• Prepare budgets and participate in bid reviews and client meetings.
• Solicit, evaluate, and manage subcontractor and vendor negotiations.
• Coordinate pricing with construction services teams and project stakeholders.
• Develop phasing and sequencing plans in consultation with operations.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Quantity Takeoffs

Budgeting

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management

Tools

MS Excel

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

Job description

CF Evans Construction in the Carolinas seeks an Estimator to lead preconstruction activities for multiple negotiated multifamily projects. You will prepare quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and budgets from concept through final design, and participate in bid reviews and client meetings.

Coordinate pricing with construction teams, manage subcontractor and vendor negotiations, and provide value engineering options to support safe, high-quality project delivery.