Senior Estimator & Preconstruction Lead

RESOLUTE Building Company; Chapel Hill (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Resolute is seeking a Lead Estimator/Preconstruction professional in Chapel Hill, NC to oversee bids, oversee the turnover to Operations, and drive accurate cost planning across multiple projects. The role requires taking ownership of bid packages, mentoring estimators, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely, comprehensive proposals.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in construction, a bachelor’s degree, strong communication skills, proven leadership, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Excellent communication abilities, including writing, speaking and active listening.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities.
• Familiarity with market and trade partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage the bid process from lead to contract execution.
• Facilitate project turnover to the Operations Team.
• Assign responsibilities and supervise estimators.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Research items and price products via vendors.
• Manage multiple projects and prioritize work.
• Define scopes and prepare subcontract bid packages.
• Present to groups in person and via conference calls.
• Procure and track relevant bid information.
• Negotiate bid prices with subcontractors and assist with buyout.
• Support other parts of the company as needed.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Market familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Resolute is seeking a Lead Estimator/Preconstruction professional in Chapel Hill, NC to oversee bids, oversee the turnover to Operations, and drive accurate cost planning across multiple projects. The role requires taking ownership of bid packages, mentoring estimators, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely, comprehensive proposals.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in construction, a bachelor’s degree, strong communication skills, proven leadership, and familiarity with