Senior Preconstruction Estimator & Manager – Commercial

Orion Placement; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a seasoned commercial construction estimator for an on-site role in Leawood, KS. You will lead budgeting, estimating, and bid development across preconstruction phases, partnering with design teams and clients to win work while protecting margins.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in estimating, 2+ years with general contractors, and a four-year degree in Construction Engineering/Management (or equivalent). Relocation assistance is available for the right fit.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• At least 2 years with general contractors.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering/Construction Management or equivalent.
• Mechanical and electrical estimating experience a plus.
• Strong negotiating, organizational and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and bid schedules from plans and specs.
• Collaborate with design teams to control costs and value engineer.
• Support preconstruction budgeting, scheduling, and design management.
• Work with clients, vendors, and project teams on quotes and cost opinions.
• Maintain estimating system data integrity and support bid day coordination.

Skills

Cost estimating

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

Orion Placement is seeking a seasoned commercial construction estimator for an on-site role in Leawood, KS. You will lead budgeting, estimating, and bid development across preconstruction phases, partnering with design teams and clients to win work while protecting margins.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in estimating, 2+ years with general contractors, and a four-year degree in Construction Engineering/Management (or equivalent). Relocation assistance is available for the right fit.