Senior Preconstruction Leader: Pursuit & Estimating Strategy

Clayco; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayco is seeking aSenior Preconstruction Manager to lead high-level preconstruction efforts across Institutional, Industrial, Residential/Hospitality, and Commercial sectors. You will collaborate with VP of Preconstruction and senior management to drive project success.

You will manage design-build pursuits, prepare and price proposals, develop scopes, lead estimating and value engineering reviews, and mentor junior staff. Travel nationwide as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in estimating for commercial construction with a track record in leading project pursuits across multiple sectors.
• Deep knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices; familiarity with estimating and quantity takeoff software.

Responsibilities

• Project Pursuit Leadership: Collaborate with BU Leaders and Project Executives to identify and pursue new opportunities.
• Proposal Preparation: Lead development of project scopes and prepare accurate proposals.
• Estimating and Analysis: Create detailed conceptual estimates and develop scopes of work; review with subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Estimating

Client Presentation

Schedule Management

Data Management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Estimating software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Clayco is seeking aSenior Preconstruction Manager to lead high-level preconstruction efforts across Institutional, Industrial, Residential/Hospitality, and Commercial sectors. You will collaborate with VP of Preconstruction and senior management to drive project success.

You will manage design-build pursuits, prepare and price proposals, develop scopes, lead estimating and value engineering reviews, and mentor junior staff. Travel nationwide as needed.