Preconstruction Engineer: Estimating & Bid Strategy

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy’s Renewables Group is seeking a Preconstruction Engineer for our St. Louis, MO or Phoenix, AZ office. The role supports the bid/estimating process, reviews plans and specs, and helps price, scope, and bid construction projects.

This position requires collaboration with internal teams, subcontractors, owners, and engineers to develop accurate estimates and competitive bids. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related major.
• Basic knowledge of estimating technology and tools such as On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam, or related software required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews RFP documents and seeks value-add alternatives.
• Communicates with design partners to clarify scope of work and drive efficient, constructable designs.
• Performs quantity take-offs, develops wage rates, and utilizes historical data to develop accurate estimates.
• Analyzes project schedules and provides feedback.
• Works with team to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to obtain team buy-in on estimates.
• Actively participates in the internal estimate review process.
• After the bid, collects and organizes all bid information for future reference.
• Aids field operations with change order pricing if needed.

Skills

Reading drawings & specifications

Math & analytical skills

Interpersonal & communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related major

Tools

OST (On-Screen Takeoff)

Bluebeam

Job description

McCarthy’s Renewables Group is seeking a Preconstruction Engineer for our St. Louis, MO or Phoenix, AZ office. The role supports the bid/estimating process, reviews plans and specs, and helps price, scope, and bid construction projects.

This position requires collaboration with internal teams, subcontractors, owners, and engineers to develop accurate estimates and competitive bids. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.