Preconstruction Lead: Estimating, Value & Budget Excellence

Milwaukee Succeeds; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Job summary

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a Preconstruction Manager I to join our Atlanta team. You will develop accurate estimates, perform detailed quantity take-offs, and guide cost strategies across $5M–$100M+ projects.

You will collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and PMs to optimize budgets and procurement. The role requires 4+ years in commercial construction, a 4-year degree, and strong knowledge of CSI/Uniformat II.

Qualifications

• 4 year engineering, architectural or management degree required.
• 4-6 years commercial construction experience.
• Knowledge of construction means and methods and able to read and understand project plans.
• Proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.
• Be able to perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take offs, and summarize data in a meaningful way.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel. Working knowledge of OST, Bluebeam, VICO, Navisworks, and Revit is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed estimates with project managers.
• Perform quantity take-offs of all construction systems.
• Create project estimates independently and with a team.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for budgeting and bid proposals.
• Scope and select subcontractors based on best value and project requirements.
• Record final estimates and maintain cost history.
• Create, track, and manage project scope.
• Participate and review buyout and GMP estimates.
• Create preconstruction schedules with project management and field personnel.
• Support preconstruction guidance on value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and pursuits.
• Train Cost Engineers and Project Management staff.
• Aim for customer satisfaction and Raving Fan goals.
• Review estimates and guide on scope, market pricing, and available resources.
• Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets and cost modeling using Uniformat II.

Skills

Construction estimating

Cost modeling

Preconstruction services

Quantity take-offs

Budget management

Excel

Education

Bachelors degree in engineering, architecture, or management

Tools

CSI

Uniformat II

Excel

Bluebeam

VICO

Navisworks

Revit

Job description

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a Preconstruction Manager I to join our Atlanta team. You will develop accurate estimates, perform detailed quantity take-offs, and guide cost strategies across $5M–$100M+ projects.

You will collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and PMs to optimize budgets and procurement. The role requires 4+ years in commercial construction, a 4-year degree, and strong knowledge of CSI/Uniformat II.