Lead Preconstruction Estimator for Commercial & Multifamily

Scott Humphrey Corporation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k)

PTO and paid holidays

Leadership exposure

Influence over processes

Job summary

Scott Humphrey Corporation in Nashville seeks an experienced Estimator to lead and build out its internal preconstruction capability for commercial and multifamily pursuits. You will influence how estimating and preconstruction are structured and work directly with leadership to set standards.

Responsibilities include developing estimates and bid packages, performing takeoffs, evaluating drawings, and leveraging Nashville market relationships to secure coverage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial estimating or preconstruction experience required.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor scopes, takeoffs, and cost exposure.
• Established Nashville/Middle Tennessee market relationships preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support estimating efforts for commercial and multifamily projects from early budgeting through final pricing.
• Develop conceptual and detailed estimates, bid packages, and subcontractor comparisons.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and evaluate drawings for constructability and cost exposure.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing and leverage local relationships for coverage.
• Support VE, constructability reviews, budgeting, and design development.
• Transition awarded projects into procurement and construction with PMs.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Takeoffs

Subcontractor relations

Costing

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

Takeoff software

Job description

Scott Humphrey Corporation in Nashville seeks an experienced Estimator to lead and build out its internal preconstruction capability for commercial and multifamily pursuits. You will influence how estimating and preconstruction are structured and work directly with leadership to set standards.

Responsibilities include developing estimates and bid packages, performing takeoffs, evaluating drawings, and leveraging Nashville market relationships to secure coverage.