Senior Preconstruction Estimator | Project Bid Leader

Elite-Recruiting-; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite-Recruiting- is seeking a Senior Estimator / Preconstruction Manager in Perry, GA to lead estimating and preconstruction for commercial projects. The role covers budgeting, bid development, and procurement, driving cost accuracy from concept through turnover.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in commercial estimating, strong knowledge of construction methods, and proficiency with Bluebeam, Procore, PlanSwift, OST, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 10+ years of commercial construction estimating and preconstruction experience.
• Experience estimating projects ranging from $1 million to $35 million+.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and building systems.
• Experience with conceptual estimating, GMP development, value engineering, and constructability reviews.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as Bluebeam, Procore, BuildingConnected, PlanSwift, OST, or similar platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, GMP, and final construction estimates.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Review drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and project documents to develop comprehensive estimates.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies while maintaining profitability goals.
• Maintain historical cost databases and estimating benchmarks.
• Present estimate reviews to executive leadership prior to submission.
• Lead preconstruction activities from project pursuit through turnover to operations.
• Develop project budgets, preliminary schedules, logistics plans, and procurement strategies.
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier bidding efforts.
• Conduct subcontractor bid leveling, scope reviews, and value engineering analyses.
• Perform constructability reviews and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Evaluate project risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Participate in owner meetings, design reviews, and preconstruction planning sessions.
• Work closely with operations teams to ensure a seamless transition from preconstruction to project execution.
• Support project teams with change order pricing, budget updates, and cost analysis.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, owners, architects, and consultants.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to estimating standards and best practices.
• Manage multiple estimates and preconstruction efforts simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Skills

Estimating experience

Preconstruction

Budgeting

Cost analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

BuildingConnected

PlanSwift

OST

Primavera P6

Job description

Elite-Recruiting- is seeking a Senior Estimator / Preconstruction Manager in Perry, GA to lead estimating and preconstruction for commercial projects. The role covers budgeting, bid development, and procurement, driving cost accuracy from concept through turnover.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in commercial estimating, strong knowledge of construction methods, and proficiency with Bluebeam, Procore, PlanSwift, OST, and related tools.