Lead Preconstruction Estimator - Multi-Family/Senior Housing

Top Dog Recruiting; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Dog Recruiting seeks a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts for large multi-family residential and senior housing projects in the Columbus area. You will manage the entire estimation process, develop cost strategies, and present findings directly to clients.

The role focuses on takeoffs, value engineering, bidding, and procurement, with a strong emphasis on building relationships with owners, architects, and subcontractors to ensure competitive,

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in large multi-family residential estimating and preconstruction.
• Proven ability to estimate, value engineer, and manage bids for residential projects.
• Strong knowledge of current market pricing and cost drivers.

Responsibilities

• Lead, create, and finalize comprehensive project estimates.
• Develop preliminary preconstruction schedules and staffing plans.
• Perform detailed on-screen takeoffs and cost analyses.
• Prepare professional presentation documents and present cost information to clients.
• Manage bidding, procurement, and subcontractor bid analysis.
• Ensure quality control of estimates and coach team members.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction management

Value engineering

Bidding & procurement

Takeoffs

Client presentations

Relationship building

Job description

Top Dog Recruiting seeks a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts for large multi-family residential and senior housing projects in the Columbus area. You will manage the entire estimation process, develop cost strategies, and present findings directly to clients.

The role focuses on takeoffs, value engineering, bidding, and procurement, with a strong emphasis on building relationships with owners, architects, and subcontractors to ensure competitive,