Lead Estimator — Preconstruction Leader, Flexible Schedule

Rockford; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Wellness programs

Volunteer time off

Industry-leading technology

Job summary

Rockford in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a senior leader for our Preconstruction team to drive estimating strategy and support key pursuits. This role partners with the Director of Preconstruction to strengthen capabilities and improve estimate quality.

You will oversee all cost estimating activities for complex or high-value projects, perform detailed takeoffs, review proposals, and contribute to value engineering to deliver cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field required.
• 8+ years of relevant experience and demonstrated ability to lead complex estimates.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities within a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead all cost estimating activities for complex or high-value projects.
• Review and validate estimates for accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness.
• Create budgets and estimates across conceptual to construction document phases.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs across trades involved in projects.

Skills

Lead complex estimates

Cross-functional collaboration

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Mentorship

Strong communication

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Rockford in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a senior leader for our Preconstruction team to drive estimating strategy and support key pursuits. This role partners with the Director of Preconstruction to strengthen capabilities and improve estimate quality.

You will oversee all cost estimating activities for complex or high-value projects, perform detailed takeoffs, review proposals, and contribute to value engineering to deliver cost-effective solutions.