Lead Project Estimator – Pre-Construction (Commercial/Industrial)

J&J Contractors, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Contractors, Inc. seeks a Project Estimator/Pre-Construction professional based in Chattanooga, TN.

The role focuses on preparing detailed estimates for commercial and industrial projects, including quantity take-offs, pricing labor and materials, and evaluating subcontractor proposals. Day-to-day work involves analyzing drawings, developing budgets, and collaborating with project managers to refine scopes and value-engineering options.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications to develop accurate estimates.
• Develop budgets and cost models for commercial/industrial projects.
• Collaborate with project teams and leadership to refine scopes and value-engineering options.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial/industrial projects, including quantity take-offs and pricing labor/materials.
• Analyze drawings and specs to build budgets and cost models; evaluate subcontractor proposals.
• Support pre-construction planning, bid strategies, and risk/opportunity identification.
• Maintain estimating databases and communicate clearly with internal teams and external partners.
• Assist with smooth handoff from pre-construction to operations on projects.

Skills

Estimating

Cost budgeting

Client communication

Construction knowledge

Estimating software

Analytical

Organizational

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in construction management or engineering

Job description

J&J Contractors, Inc. seeks a Project Estimator/Pre-Construction professional based in Chattanooga, TN.

The role focuses on preparing detailed estimates for commercial and industrial projects, including quantity take-offs, pricing labor and materials, and evaluating subcontractor proposals. Day-to-day work involves analyzing drawings, developing budgets, and collaborating with project managers to refine scopes and value-engineering options.