Preconstruction Manager

Jobot; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays

Profit-sharing program

Training and education opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Estimator with strong leadership in preconstruction for a Lexington, KY construction firm. The role covers estimating from scope through final bid, leading estimators, and guiding design-build opportunities while collaborating with Owners, Architects, subcontractors, and suppliers.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction estimating, excels at reading plans, and is proficient with Excel, MS Project, and Take-Off software.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of construction estimating experience with complex estimates and bids.
• Experience leading Estimators and preconstruction team members.
• Strong ability to review plans, specs, drawings to determine scope.
• Experience developing complete construction cost estimates and bids.
• Experience with design-build projects and refining scope and pricing.
• Experience with bid-day estimating and adjustments throughout the process.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Proficiency with On-Screen Take-Off or similar takeoff software.
• Ability to visualize 2D drawings in 3D and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Determine the complete scope and cost requirements for construction projects.
• Manage Estimators and/or preconstruction team members.
• Collaborate with preconstruction to establish project scope.
• Review plans, specs, drawings, and related documents.
• Develop and maintain overall construction cost estimates and bids.
• Collaborate to develop presentations and proposals.
• Review design options and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Develop project schedules and associated costs.
• Adjust estimates on bid day as needed.
• Lead design-build teams in refining scope and pricing.
• Develop conceptual estimates from incomplete information.
• Lead bid opportunities and meetings with Owners and Architects.
• Maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Bid strategy

Proposal development

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Project management

Tools

On-Screen Take-Off

Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Details

Senior Estimator + Preconstruction Leadership + Construction Cost Estimating Design-Build + Conceptual Estimating + Bid Strategy + Owner/Architect Interaction

Salary: $95,000 - $155,000 per year

Hosted by: Haley Lucas

About Us

An established construction company providing construction management, general contracting, design-build, and preconstruction services. We bring together experienced construction professionals and innovative project solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, integrity, and client service. We value long-term relationships with our clients, architects, subcontractors, suppliers, and employees.

Looking for lead construction estimating and preconstruction efforts from project scope through final bid. This role manages estimators, develops detailed and conceptual cost estimates, leads bid opportunities, supports design-build projects, and works closely with Owners, Architects, subcontractors, and suppliers. The ideal candidate has strong construction estimating experience, excellent plan/specification reading skills, proficiency with Excel, Microsoft Project + On-Screen Take-Off, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us

• Competitive Pay + Paid Holidays
• Outstanding Benefits Package
• Unique + Generous Profit-Sharing Program
• Award-Winning Safety Programs
• Training + Continuing Education Opportunities
• Career Growth + Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities & Duties

• Determine the complete scope and cost requirements for construction projects.
• Manage Estimators and/or preconstruction team members.
• Collaborate with the preconstruction team to establish project scope.
• Review and interpret construction plans, specifications, drawings, and related documents.
• Develop and maintain overall construction cost estimates and bids.
• Collaborate with internal team members to develop presentations and proposals.
• Review design options and recommend solutions based on cost, engineering quality, and material availability.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop project schedules and associated equipment, supervision, and labor costs.
• Adjust estimates on bid day and throughout the estimating process as needed.
• Manage multiple variables and competing priorities to ensure proposals remain on track.
im>Lead design-build teams in refining project scope and pricing.
• Develop conceptual estimates from incomplete project information.
• Lead teams through bid opportunities.
• Lead meetings with Owners and Architects and provide accurate, timely information.
• Develop and maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships.
• Participate in local, state, and national estimating organizations when requested.
• Comply with applicable safety programs, OSHA guidelines, company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Promote safety, quality, integrity, and professionalism throughout the project.
• Perform additional assignments as directed by management or required for successful project completion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of construction estimating experience, with significant experience handling complex construction estimates and bids.
• Experience managing or leading Estimators and/or preconstruction team members.
• Strong background in reviewing construction plans, specifications, drawings, and other project documents to determine scope.
• Experience developing complete construction cost estimates and bids.
• Strong background in conceptual estimating, including developing estimates from incomplete information.
• Experience with design-build projects, including refining project scope and pricing.
• Experience developing project costs for equipment, supervision, labor, materials, and subcontracted work.
• Experience with bid-day estimating and making adjustments throughout the estimating process.
• Experience developing and maintaining subcontractor and supplier relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Proficiency with On-Screen Take-Off or comparable takeoff software.
• Proven ability to visualize two-dimensional construction drawings in three dimensions.
• Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead meetings and effectively present information to Owners, Architects, and project stakeholders.

Equal Opportunity

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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