Pre-Construction Associate

Rockbridge; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockbridge is seeking a Pre-Construction Associate to support RBHD project managers and investment teams in establishing baseline renovation scope and estimates. You will perform take-offs, conceptual estimating, and cost modelling to develop project capital budgets for renovations and new builds, adhering to RBHD standards.

The role requires a 4-year degree in a related field and 2–4 years of estimating experience, with strong Excel and takeoff tool proficiency.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Construction or related area.
• 2 to 4 years of related experience preferred, minimum two years estimating experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills, with an emphasis on Excel, On Screen Takeoff or Bluebeam, Stack and Procore.
• Experience with Ediphi and/or other AI estimating tools is desired.
• Demonstrates a collaborative, adaptable, and highly communicative approach, working effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain unit pricing standards for cost modeling based on current market information.
• Collaborate with third party construction managers or contractors to update RBHD database with market data.
• Manage large data sets to maintain RBHD BI Environment.
• Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates and proposals for construction/project management formatted projects.
• Review due diligence materials, PIPs, partner/developer estimates and drawings to determine scope of work.
• Complete budgeting and scheduling for projects and track progress from schematic design through GMP and final cost.
• Perform complex estimating assignments and manage multiple delivery methods (hard bid, negotiated GMP).
• Communicate with RBHD operations, Rockbridge investment and asset management groups regarding new and current projects.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Building Construction

Tools

Microsoft Excel

On Screen Takeoff

Bluebeam

Stack

Procore

Job description

Position: Pre-Construction Associate

Position Overview:

The Pre-Construction Associate will support and work with Rockbridge Hospitality Development (RBHD) project managers and investment teams to establish baseline renovation scope and estimates, review project PIPs and help develop scope based on property due diligence reviews and record and establish project requirements and specifications. The Pre-Construction Associate will perform take-offs, conceptual estimating and cost modelling in support of the establishment of project total capital budget outlines for renovation and new build projects while adhering to RBHD standard forms and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain unit pricing standards for cost modeling based on current market information and verify accuracy of standards against actual results.


• Work with third party construction managers or contractors to update RBHD database with market data, to improve overall throughput and accuracy.


• Manage large data sets to maintain RBHD BI Environment.


• Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates and proposals in a timely manner for construction/project management formatted projects.


• Review due diligence materials, PIPs, partner/developer estimates and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.


• Complete budgeting and scheduling for projects and track same. Establish original budget and update from conceptual or initial budget, through incorporation of construction manager’s first estimate. Update database at each major milestone, from schematic design, to GMP and final cost at completion. Monitor progress and identify any potential risks.


• Perform complex and multiple estimating assignments and understand and execute multiple delivery methods, including hard bid, negotiated GMP.


• Communicate with RBHD operations, Rockbridge investment and asset management groups regarding new and current projects.

Candidate Qualifications:

• 4-year degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Construction or related area.


• 2 to 4 years of related experience preferred, minimum two years estimating experience. (Hospitality estimating experience is a plus)


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills


• Excellent computer skills, with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel, On Screen Takeoff or Bluebeam, Stack and Procore.


• Experience with Ediphi and/or other AI estimating tools is desired.


• Demonstrates a collaborative, adaptable, and highly communicative approach, working effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.