Senior Preconstruction Leader & Estimator

Bobbitt Construction, Inc.; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) Plan

Flexible PTO

Job summary

The Bobbitt Group in Cary, NC is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager - Estimator to guide the full preconstruction process from feasibility through bidding. You will collaborate with owners, design teams, and trade partners to develop accurate estimates and align on project strategies.

This role emphasizes mentorship, client presentations, and building lasting relationships with clients and subcontractors while driving value engineering and cost control.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in project preconstruction environments.
• Strong analytical and cost-analysis skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience with bid/proposal processes and value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide complete preconstruction services to clients and operations with minimal oversight.
• Prepare and analyze pricing proposals considering market conditions, data, escalation, and subcontractor input.
• Participate in design and preconstruction with owners, design team, consultants, and Bobbitt operations to move projects forward.
• Lead client presentations and interviews; prepare strategic materials.
• Manage, coach, and mentor the preconstruction and estimating team.

Skills

Leadership

Preconstruction management

Communication

Mentorship

Time management

Tools

OST

Excel

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Job description

The Bobbitt Group in Cary, NC is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager - Estimator to guide the full preconstruction process from feasibility through bidding. You will collaborate with owners, design teams, and trade partners to develop accurate estimates and align on project strategies.

This role emphasizes mentorship, client presentations, and building lasting relationships with clients and subcontractors while driving value engineering and cost control.