Preconstruction Manager/ Sr. Estimator

Michael Page; Nashville (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager in Nashville to lead estimating and the preconstruction process for major commercial projects. You will collaborate with owners, architects, consultants, trade partners, and operations teams to drive accurate estimates and value early in the project.

The role focuses on leading complex pursuits from concept through handover, requiring strong communication, budgeting, and takeoff/tool skills.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in commercial construction estimating and preconstruction.
• Independent ability to lead large commercial pursuits.
• Experience developing budgets from limited design information.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with digital takeoff and plan review tools such as Bluebeam and OST.

Responsibilities

• Lead the complete preconstruction process for commercial construction projects.
• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates.
• Manage pursuits valued at $20M+ with minimal supervision.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Coordinate trade partner outreach, qualification, and pricing efforts.
• Develop budgets, value engineering solutions, and cost studies.
• Build relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and internal project teams.
• Present estimates and recommendations to executive leadership and clients.
• Support project turnover to operations teams upon award.

Skills

Preconstruction

Estimating

Budget development

Communication

MS Office

MS Project

Bluebeam

OST

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

OST

MS Project

Takeoff software

Job description

As a Preconstruction Manager, you will lead the estimating and preconstruction process for significant commercial construction projects, working closely with ownership groups, architects, consultants, trade partners, and operations teams.

An established and highly respected commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join its growing Nashville team. This is a critical hire for the business and an opportunity to play a key role in securing and delivering high-profile commercial construction projects across the region.

The organization has built a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and long-term client relationships. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are looking for a seasoned preconstruction professional who can independently manage complex pursuits from concept through handover.

Description

• Lead the complete preconstruction process for commercial construction projects
• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates
• Manage pursuits valued at $20M+ with minimal supervision
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Coordinate trade partner outreach, qualification, and pricing efforts
• Develop budgets, value engineering solutions, and cost studies
• Build relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and internal project teams
• Present estimates and recommendations to executive leadership and clients
• Support project turnover to operations teams upon award

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Preconstruction Manager should have:

• Significant experience in commercial construction estimating and preconstruction
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead large commercial pursuits
• Experience developing budgets from limited design information
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and MS Project
• Experience with digital takeoff and plan review tools such as Bluebeam and OST

Job Offer

• Salary of $120,000 to $140,000.
• Benefits, see notes.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.