Senior Preconstruction Estimator: Budget & Feasibility (C&S/TI)

Build Group, Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Build Group, Inc is seeking a Preconstruction Estimator in San Francisco, CA. In this role, you will analyze project plans and prepare cost estimates for various projects including retail and hospitality. Responsibilities include developing budgets, reviewing designs, and collaborating with project teams to ensure alignment between scope and budget. Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have 5+ years experience in preconstruction estimating. Proficiency in estimating software is required, and the company values diversity in hiring.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating or preconstruction.
• Experience estimating Core & Shell and Tenant Improvement projects.
• Strong knowledge of conceptual estimating methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual budgets during early design phases.
• Review drawings to prepare cost estimates.
• Collaborate with project managers to maintain alignment between project scope, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Estimating Core & Shell projects

Budgeting

Quantity takeoffs

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Timberline

Salesforce

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Build Group, Inc is seeking a Preconstruction Estimator in San Francisco, CA. In this role, you will analyze project plans and prepare cost estimates for various projects including retail and hospitality. Responsibilities include developing budgets, reviewing designs, and collaborating with project teams to ensure alignment between scope and budget. Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have 5+ years experience in preconstruction estimating. Proficiency in estimating software is required, and the company values diversity in hiring.