Lead Preconstruction Estimator & Scope Manager

CPPI; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Disability plans

Job summary

CPPI in Gainesville, FL, is seeking a Preconstruction professional (Precon Engineer/Estimator) to estimate costs from concept through GMP and lead estimating activities with clients, architects, and subs. This role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and quality control across the estimating process.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in CM/CE/Architecture or 5 years of equivalent experience, plus 2+ years in preconstruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of equivalent experience.
• Experience using takeoff and estimating software.
• Strong reading of construction plans and specs.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs, and documents to identify scope and risks.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop cost estimates.
• Solicit bids and prepare bid matrices.

Skills

Reading plans & specs

Estimating software

Plan management tools

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Civil Engineering/Architecture or related field

5 years of equivalent experience

Tools

on-screen takeoff software

estimating software

design plans & specs reading tools

Job description

CPPI in Gainesville, FL, is seeking a Preconstruction professional (Precon Engineer/Estimator) to estimate costs from concept through GMP and lead estimating activities with clients, architects, and subs. This role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and quality control across the estimating process.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in CM/CE/Architecture or 5 years of equivalent experience, plus 2+ years in preconstruction.