Senior Preconstruction Lead: Estimating & Budgets

Michael Page; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a seasoned professional to lead preconstruction activities and drive estimating efforts for complex commercial and industrial projects in the Exton, PA area. You will partner with clients, design teams, and construction leadership to ensure project success from pursuit through handoff to operations.

The role requires strong experience in preconstruction or construction management, with a focus on accurate budgeting, cost forecasting, and value engineering.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in preconstruction, estimating, or construction management.
• Strong commercial construction knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction activities from project pursuit through handoff to operations.
• Develop conceptual and detailed estimates.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and cost forecasts.
• Evaluate drawings and specifications for constructability.
• Coordinate subcontractor pricing and procurement efforts.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.
• Support permit planning and early project development activities.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Preconstruction

Estimating

Construction management

Stakeholder management

Project budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a seasoned professional to lead preconstruction activities and drive estimating efforts for complex commercial and industrial projects in the Exton, PA area. You will partner with clients, design teams, and construction leadership to ensure project success from pursuit through handoff to operations.

The role requires strong experience in preconstruction or construction management, with a focus on accurate budgeting, cost forecasting, and value engineering.