Senior Commercial Preconstruction Lead - Estimating & Bidding

Top Echelon Software, LLC.; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead commercial project estimates from start to finish in Columbus, OH. You will drive the preconstruction phase, build key relationships, and present critical cost information to clients.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of commercial project experience and will manage detailed takeoffs, schedules, and VE studies, while coordinating with owners, architects, and subcontractors to ensure competitive bids and accurate

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience on commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead, create, and complete entire project estimates.
• Perform detailed On-Screen Takeoffs.
• Develop preliminary preconstruction schedules.
• Formulate Value Engineering (VE) ideas and calculate associated costs.
• Research specified materials and source viable alternatives.
• Review, analyze, and correct estimates prepared by team members.
• Manage project staffing and General Condition requirements.
• Maintain expert knowledge of current market and unit pricing.
• Build and manage qualified Subcontractor Bid Lists.
• Proactively call subcontractors and drive them to bid.
• Analyze incoming bids and detailed scopes of work.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with Owners and Architects.
• Prepare polished, professional presentation documents.
• Confidently present cost information and estimates to clients.

Job description

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead commercial project estimates from start to finish in Columbus, OH. You will drive the preconstruction phase, build key relationships, and present critical cost information to clients.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of commercial project experience and will manage detailed takeoffs, schedules, and VE studies, while coordinating with owners, architects, and subcontractors to ensure competitive bids and accurate