Lead Preconstruction Estimator - Multi-Family

Soap Creek Resources; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Soap Creek Resources is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager in Columbus, OH to lead estimating for large multifamily residential projects. You will manage the full estimation process, coordinate with owners, architects, and subcontractors, and present cost strategies to clients.

Relocation assistance is available. The role emphasizes value engineering, takeoffs, and forming accurate, timely bids to win complex residential developments.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10+ years in estimating large multi-family residential projects (apartment, HUD, senior housing)
• Deep understanding of current market pricing and unit pricing
• Proven ability to build relationships with owners, architects, and subcontractors

Responsibilities

• Lead, create, and finalize comprehensive project estimates.
• Develop value engineering ideas with associated costs.
• Build qualified subcontractor bid lists and analyze submitted bids and scopes.
• Develop preliminary preconstruction schedules and determine staffing and general condition requirements.
• Complete detailed On-Screen Takeoffs.
• Prepare professional client presentations and clearly present cost information to clients.
• Review, analyze, and correct estimates prepared by others.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Cost estimation

Relationship building

Job description

Soap Creek Resources is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager in Columbus, OH to lead estimating for large multifamily residential projects. You will manage the full estimation process, coordinate with owners, architects, and subcontractors, and present cost strategies to clients.

Relocation assistance is available. The role emphasizes value engineering, takeoffs, and forming accurate, timely bids to win complex residential developments.