Senior Estimator: Preconstruction & Bid Strategy Leader

Manhattan Construction Group; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan Construction Company is seeking a Senior Estimator to drive preconstruction services and maintain adherence to MCC standards. The role focuses on compiling estimates and delivering preconstruction deliverables within budget while coordinating with design teams and clients.

The position requires strong communication, team leadership, and the ability to manage multiple scopes of work. This is a pivotal role for ensuring accuracy in budgeting and successful project initiation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading preconstruction activities and preparing estimates.
• Strong communication and client service skills are essential.
• Ability to own assignments and convey clear messages to the team.
• Able to organize work teams and delegate scope assignments.

Responsibilities

• Establish work teams and attend client/design meetings.
• Develop bid strategies and solicitation lists for subs.
• Utilize BIM for quantity take-offs and price reviews.
• Coordinate subcontractor pricing and coverage of all work scopes.
• Review tab sheets and take-offs; lead tab sheet reviews.
• Support negotiations of subcontracts and purchasing major project aspects.
• Assist in developing project cost budgets and turnover meetings.
• Contribute to value management and preconstruction deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Client service

Communication

Team organization

Tools

BIM

Take-off tools

Job description

Manhattan Construction Company is seeking a Senior Estimator to drive preconstruction services and maintain adherence to MCC standards. The role focuses on compiling estimates and delivering preconstruction deliverables within budget while coordinating with design teams and clients.

The position requires strong communication, team leadership, and the ability to manage multiple scopes of work. This is a pivotal role for ensuring accuracy in budgeting and successful project initiation.