Preconstruction Lead: Multi-Trade Estimating

Moss; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Moss in Allen, TX is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to support the Chief in managing trade responsibilities, reviewing estimates, and analyzing trade scopes for multiple projects.

The ideal candidate has a BS in a related field with at least four years in estimating, strong proficiency in takeoff tools (Bluebeam), and the ability to assemble accurate multitrade estimates and RFIs while identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum of four years' estimating or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of trade-specific scope and unit pricing across multiple trades.
• Ability to self-manage work with minimal direction.
• Ability to read specifications and understand plans across multiple trades.
• Experience with takeoff using Bluebeam or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate quantity surveys of materials and scope using On Screen Take Off/Bluebeam.
• Fill in missing information from drawings (limited trades) from concept drawings.
• Assemble accurate multi-trade estimates from quantity surveys (units and cost per unit).
• Review drawings for missing information and issue RFIs to architects/engineers by trade.
• Develop bid tabs for multiple trades to ensure accurate scope and pricing.
• Develop qualifications and assumptions from bid tabs of trade contractors.
• Provide cost-saving suggestions by trade for limited trades.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Self-management

Analytical skills

Plan reading

Reading specifications

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Excel

Word

MS Office

Job description

Moss in Allen, TX is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to support the Chief in managing trade responsibilities, reviewing estimates, and analyzing trade scopes for multiple projects.

The ideal candidate has a BS in a related field with at least four years in estimating, strong proficiency in takeoff tools (Bluebeam), and the ability to assemble accurate multitrade estimates and RFIs while identifying cost-saving opportunities.