Senior Estimator & Preconstruction Leader — Impactful Builds

Charles Perry Partners, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Disability plans

Job summary

Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) is seeking a Senior Estimator or Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating across projects from concept to GMP. The role emphasizes mentorship, process quality, and building strong client, architect, and subcontractor relationships.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years’ commercial construction estimating experience, proficiency in Excel, Sage, and Takeoff tools, and excellent communication and negotiation skills. Travel 10–20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of commercial construction experience and 6 years in estimating.
• Experience with on-screen takeoff software or graphic software.
• Proficient in Excel, Project, Word, Outlook, and estimating software.
• Professional Estimator Certification and/or LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bid-chase briefs for multiple projects.
• Develop detailed estimates across all project phases.
• Analyze drawings/specifications to build comprehensive bids.
• Conduct constructability reviews and risk assessments.
• Develop preconstruction schedules and design deliverables.
• Solicit and level subcontractor bids and ensure coverage.
• Lead client presentations of estimates and GMP packages.
• Coordinate handoff and buyout with operations staff.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical pricing.
• Perform site visits and participate in progress meetings.

Skills

Estimating

Negotiation

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Professional Estimator Certification (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Sage

Microsoft Project

On-screen takeoff

Job description

Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) is seeking a Senior Estimator or Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating across projects from concept to GMP. The role emphasizes mentorship, process quality, and building strong client, architect, and subcontractor relationships.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years’ commercial construction estimating experience, proficiency in Excel, Sage, and Takeoff tools, and excellent communication and negotiation skills. Travel 10–20% may be required.