Lead Preconstruction Estimator — Readiness & Bidding

Overberg Construction Inc; Hazelwood (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Overberg Construction Inc. in Ohio is seeking a results-driven Estimator with 5–10 years of commercial GC experience to develop estimates for renovations, TI, site work, and MEP-intensive scopes.

You will lead quantity takeoffs, solicit bids, build CSI division estimates, and support preconstruction through turnover, ensuring accurate, timely bids and seamless handoffs. You should have strong communication skills, hold a relevant degree, and be proficient with cost databases and bid packaging to

Qualifications

• 5–10 years estimating experience with a commercial GC or equivalent.
• Proficiency across CSI Divisions 02–33 with MEP coordination.
• Strong quantity takeoff and bid-day organization.
• Experience building cost databases and SOVs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Bachelor's in construction management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, DD, CD, and GMP estimates; develop alternate and value-engineering options.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs (architectural, structural, civil, and MEP) from plans and specs; identify scope gaps.
• Solicit, scope, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals; ensure adequate coverage across trades.
• Build estimate summaries and SOVs; present estimate assumptions, inclusions/exclusions, clarifications, and risk items.
• Identify scope gaps, pricing risks, and unresolved items early and coordinate questions with the Pre-Construction Specialist and Build Readiness Manager.
• Maintain and improve cost databases, unit prices, assemblies, and historical benchmarks.
• Jointly lead project turnover with the Scope Developer, owning the estimate and commercial portion of the turnover package.
• Provide the final estimate, SOV, bid tabs, quotes, cost-related clarifications and conditions, alternates, accepted VE, schedule, and buyout recommendations to the construction team ensuring a smooth turnover.
• Contribute to schedule-based estimating and logic.
• Support owner and design team meetings; communicate clearly and professionally with all stakeholders.

Skills

Quantity takeoffs

Bid management

Preconstruction coordination

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management

Engineering or related field

Tools

Autodesk Forma

ProEst

Microsoft Excel

ACC/BIM

Job description

Overberg Construction Inc. in Ohio is seeking a results-driven Estimator with 5–10 years of commercial GC experience to develop estimates for renovations, TI, site work, and MEP-intensive scopes.

You will lead quantity takeoffs, solicit bids, build CSI division estimates, and support preconstruction through turnover, ensuring accurate, timely bids and seamless handoffs. You should have strong communication skills, hold a relevant degree, and be proficient with cost databases and bid packaging to