Senior Estimator / Preconstruction Manager

Jobot; Lebanon (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stellar benefits

PTO

401k

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator / Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts for commercial construction projects. This role manages the bid process from conceptual design through contract award while partnering with operations to ensure project profitability and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of commercial estimating or preconstruction experience, strong cost control and subcontractor management skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction estimating and/or preconstruction experience.
• Strong understanding of commercial building systems and interior trades.
• Experience estimating and managing multi-million-dollar projects.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractor buyout, vendor negotiations, and change orders.
• Strong financial acumen with budgets, costs, margins, and profitability.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specs, and construction documents.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for commercial construction projects from conceptual budgeting through final bid submission.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and value engineering recommendations.
• Develop and manage subcontractor and vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing and successful project delivery.
• Evaluate project risks, identify cost-saving opportunities, and protect project margins.
• Prepare comprehensive estimates, proposals, budgets, and bid packages.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and project teams throughout the preconstruction process.
• Support project management teams with buyout, change order management, and cost forecasting.
• Monitor project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Participate in client presentations, negotiations, and project award meetings.

Skills

Estimating experience

Cost control

Subcontractor management

Leadership

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

PlanSwift

QuickBid

The Edge

Togal AI

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior Estimator / Preconstruction PM needed!

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator / Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts for commercial construction projects. This role is responsible for managing the bid process from conceptual design through contract award while partnering with operations teams to ensure project success, profitability, and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in commercial construction estimating, cost control, subcontractor management, and project execution, with the ability to develop competitive bids and drive successful project outcomes.

Job details

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Hosted by: Caitlin Pohl

Benefits

• Stellar benefits
• PTO
• 401k

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for commercial construction projects from conceptual budgeting through final bid submission.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and value engineering recommendations.
• Develop and manage subcontractor and vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing and successful project delivery.
• Evaluate project risks, identify cost-saving opportunities, and protect project margins.
• Prepare comprehensive estimates, proposals, budgets, and bid packages.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and project teams throughout the preconstruction process.
• Support project management teams with buyout, change order management, and cost forecasting.
• Monitor project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Participate in client presentations, negotiations, and project award meetings.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction estimating and/or preconstruction experience.
• Strong understanding of commercial building systems and interior construction trades, including drywall, framing, carpentry, doors, hardware, specialties, and finish work.
• Experience estimating and managing multi-million-dollar commercial construction projects.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractor buyout, vendor negotiations, and change orders.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs, margins, and project profitability.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Preferred Software Experience

• On-Screen Takeoff (OST)
• QuickBid
• PlanSwift
• The Edge
• Togal AI
• Microsoft Office Suite

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