Lead Preconstruction Manager - Residential (Multi-Family)

Sun Recruiting, Inc.; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts for large multi-family residential, apartment, and senior housing projects in Columbus, OH.

This role requires directing the entire estimation process, building critical industry relationships, and presenting cost strategies directly to clients. Collaborate with owners, architects, and subcontractors to ensure accurate takeoffs, value engineering, and competitive bidding.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of estimating experience in large multi-family residential projects.
• Deep knowledge of current market pricing and unit pricing.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with owners, architects, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the entire preconstruction estimation process for large multi-family and senior housing projects.
• Research materials and develop value engineering ideas with cost implications.
• Create subcontractor bid lists, solicit bids, and analyze submissions.
• Develop preliminary preconstruction schedules and staffing plans.
• Perform detailed takeoffs and drive accurate cost summaries.
• Prepare and present cost information clearly to clients.
• Ensure estimates are reviewed and verified for quality.

Skills

Large multi-family estimating

Bid management

Client presentations

Job description

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts for large multi-family residential, apartment, and senior housing projects in Columbus, OH.

This role requires directing the entire estimation process, building critical industry relationships, and presenting cost strategies directly to clients. Collaborate with owners, architects, and subcontractors to ensure accurate takeoffs, value engineering, and competitive bidding.