Senior Estimator, Preconstruction Lead

CPPI; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid vacation

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Job summary

CPPI’s Orlando Preconstruction team is seeking an experienced Estimator, Senior Estimator, or Preconstruction Manager to lead cost estimating from concept to GMP. Ideally based in Orlando, FL, or CPPI’s Florida offices, the candidate will mentor staff and maintain strong client, architect, and subcontractor relationships.

The role demands strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with experience in commercial construction estimating and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial construction experience with at least 3 years in estimating or preconstruction preferred.
• Authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.
• Proficiency in Excel, Project, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook; Sage, AutoCAD; estimating software.
• LEED accreditation (USGBC) preferred.
• Professional Estimator Certification (e.g., ASPE) preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Light travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bid-chase briefs and attend pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Lead kick-off and progress meetings, preparing agendas and minutes.
• Review front-end documents and Owner agreements to identify risks.
• Perform constructability reviews and generate RFIs using Autodesk Build.
• Manage prequalification and selection of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain preconstruction and design schedules.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and detailed estimates using On-Screen Takeoff.
• Coordinate and analyze subcontractor bids, prepare bid leveling matrices, and perform bid-day evaluations.
• Prepare detailed estimate summaries, bid forms, risk mitigation plans, and procurement tracking logs.
• Present and explain estimates to clients, architects, and operations teams.
• Support project handoff by reviewing costs, subcontractor scopes, and value analysis opportunities with the Project Management team.
• Maintain and update historical cost databases, pricing, and estimating software.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Mentor and evaluate assigned estimating staff and contribute to ongoing training initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project and departmental success.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science/Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Sage

AutoCAD

Estimating software

Job description

CPPI’s Orlando Preconstruction team is seeking an experienced Estimator, Senior Estimator, or Preconstruction Manager to lead cost estimating from concept to GMP. Ideally based in Orlando, FL, or CPPI’s Florida offices, the candidate will mentor staff and maintain strong client, architect, and subcontractor relationships.

The role demands strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with experience in commercial construction estimating and scheduling.