Preconstruction and Project Estimator

EWI Recruitment; Ocala (FL); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 95.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

EWI Recruitment seeks an experienced Preconstruction and Project Estimator to drive accurate cost plans and competitive estimates for construction projects from inquiry to handover. The role collaborates with design, procurement, commercial and delivery teams to identify risks, opportunities and value-engineering solutions at each stage.

You will review tender docs, interpret drawings and specs, and prepare detailed cost plans while maintaining pricing databases and benchmarking project costs.

Qualificações

• Experience in estimating, preconstruction or QS in construction.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specs.
• Proficient with Excel and estimating tools.

Responsabilidades

• Review enquiries, drawings, specs, schedules and tender info.
• Prepare detailed estimates, cost plans and BOQ/tender submissions.
• Obtain and analyse supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Maintain pricing database and benchmark project costs.
• Identify risks and reflect them in estimates.
• Support value-engineering with cost-saving options.
• Attend tender reviews, site visits and design-team meetings.
• Prepare clear handover information for delivery teams.
• Monitor market costs and supply-chain trends for pricing.

Conhecimentos

Estimating

Preconstruction

Quantity surveying

Excel

Drawing interpretation

Formação

Relevant qualification

Ferramentas

Estimating software

MS Office (Excel)

Descrição da vaga

Preconstruction and Project Estimator

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Preconstruction and Project Estimator to support the successful delivery of construction projects from initial enquiry through to contract award and project handover. This role will suit a commercially minded professional who can combine detailed estimating expertise with strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.

You will be responsible for reviewing tender documentation, interpreting drawings and specifications, assessing project requirements and preparing accurate, competitive cost plans and estimates. Working closely with design, procurement, commercial and delivery teams, you will help identify risks, opportunities and value-engineering solutions at each stage of the preconstruction process.

Key responsibilities

• Reviewing enquiries, drawings, specifications, schedules and other tender information.
• Preparing detailed estimates, cost plans, bills of quantities and tender submissions.
• Obtaining and analysing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Developing and maintaining an accurate pricing database and benchmarking project costs.
• Identifying commercial, technical and programme risks, and allowing for these within estimates.
• Supporting value-engineering reviews and proposing practical cost-saving alternatives.
• Attending tender review meetings, site visits and client or design-team discussions as required.
• Preparing clear handover information for the project delivery and commercial teams.
• Monitoring market conditions, material costs and supply-chain trends to inform pricing.

About you

You will have proven experience in estimating, preconstruction or quantity surveying within the construction or related built-environment sector. A strong understanding of construction methods, materials, subcontractor packages and procurement processes is essential. You should be confident working with estimating software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and be able to interpret technical drawings and project documentation.

Excellent attention to detail, commercial awareness and the ability to manage competing deadlines are important. You will also need to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, consultants and supply-chain partners, while maintaining a professional and collaborative approach. A relevant qualification or equivalent practical experience would be advantageous.