Senior Preconstruction & Estimating Leader

Clark Construction Group, LLC

Baltimore (MD)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 185,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Commuter benefit

Backup daycare

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Clark Construction Group, LLC is seeking an experienced Estimator to support the Estimating/Preconstruction Department in developing budgets and bids for projects. You will analyze drawings and specifications to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates, lead portions of multi‑discipline estimates, and supervise other estimators as needed.

The role requires 5–10+ years in estimating, a related engineering/construction degree, and strong skills in Excel, On Screen Take-off, and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

5-10+ years of estimating and cost-control related experience.
Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management, a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
Ability to lead or be part of a team for multiple projects and pursuits at any given time.
Knowledge of On Screen Take-off, Microsoft Excel, and Bluebeam software.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multi-task.
Detail oriented, technically sound, and strong communication skills.
Familiarity with conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimating.
Knowledge and experience with local subcontractor market is a plus.
Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People/Teams and Followership, Sets Direction and Executes.

Responsibilities

Maintain high standards of professionalism and ethical behavior when representing the Company.
Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects.
Lead or perform portions of estimates for multi‑discipline projects, including understanding scope and performing accurate quantity surveys.
Supervise and train other estimators in your primary area of expertise.
Solicit subcontractor and/or vendor quotes and evaluate them for scope and qualifications.
Lead meetings with subcontractors to develop complete scopes and discuss strategy.
Perform risk and contract‑management responsibilities as required on bids.
Assist in developing a strategy to achieve minority participation requirements.
Review total estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation.
Monitor comparison of estimated costs to actual costs.
Research and promote continuous improvement in developing more efficient estimating methods.
Examine construction sites and observe unusual or challenging conditions.