Senior Preconstruction Lead — Estimating & Strategy

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC in Raleigh, NC seeks a Senior Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating efforts for complex construction projects. This role requires strong leadership, detailed cost modeling, and collaboration with design teams, owners, and subcontractors.

You will manage multiple delivery methods, develop conceptual and detailed estimates, supervise junior estimators, and ensure schedules and budgets are aligned with client goals. Travel may be required to support project pursuits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in construction, engineering, or related field required.
• 5–10 years of estimating and/or project management experience.
• Proven experience delivering successful results at Estimator II level.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Technical writing skills.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Innovative attitude and comfort with technology.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex estimating assignments.
• Compile conceptual estimates, including project benchmarks and details.
• Understand and execute multiple delivery methods (hard bid, negotiated GMP, Design Build, IPD).
• Collaborate with operations on fees, staffing, and schedules.
• Establish schedule durations and solicit subcontractor schedules.
• Lead estimate reviews with PM, design team, and owners.
• Visit jobsites to verify estimate accuracy and impact.
• Develop subcontractor and supplier relationships.
• Assist with proposal preparation with marketing.
• Collaborate with VDC group on quantities, logistics, 4D schedules.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to estimators.
• Lead and facilitate on-ramp sessions.
• Gather historical data for future estimates.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Conflict resolution

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Innovative attitude

Proven experience with technology

Education

Bachelor degree in construction, engineering, or related field

Tools

P6

ISQFT

On-Screen Takeoff

Earthwork

Timberline

Assemble

Job description

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC in Raleigh, NC seeks a Senior Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating efforts for complex construction projects. This role requires strong leadership, detailed cost modeling, and collaboration with design teams, owners, and subcontractors.

You will manage multiple delivery methods, develop conceptual and detailed estimates, supervise junior estimators, and ensure schedules and budgets are aligned with client goals. Travel may be required to support project pursuits.