Senior Preconstruction Manager/Estimator

Straticon; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Straticon in Deerfield Beach, Florida, is seeking a Preconstruction Manager / Estimator to lead budgeting, estimating, and procurement for commercial construction projects. The role requires at least 5 years of experience in preconstruction, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency in estimating tools. Key responsibilities include preparing project budgets, coordinating with various stakeholders, and managing multiple projects efficiently. This opportunity is vital for guiding projects from early design through to collaboration with subcontractors and vendors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in estimating and/or preconstruction in commercial construction.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and manuals.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present project budgets and estimate summaries.
• Lead solicitation efforts and analyze subcontractor proposals.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and internal teams throughout preconstruction.

Skills

Estimating experience

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

5+ years in commercial construction estimating

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Estimating management platforms

Job description

Straticon is seeking a Preconstruction Manager / Estimator to lead budgeting, estimating, and procurement efforts for commercial construction projects from early design through GMP and buyout. This role plays a key part in guiding the design team, managing subcontractor engagement, and developing accurate, competitive project budgets.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates for commercial construction projects
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and scope reviews from drawings and specifications
• Review plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and project documents for completeness, coordination, and constructability
• Lead subcontractor and vendor solicitation efforts, including bid packaging, scope definition, and coverage tracking
• Analyze subcontractor proposals for scope alignment, exclusions, qualifications, and pricing gaps
• Lead bid leveling, scope comparisons, and value engineering efforts to align projects with budget goals
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and internal teams throughout the preconstruction process
• Identify scope gaps, risk exposures, and cost drivers, and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Prepare and present project budgets, estimate summaries, clarifications, and GMP proposals
• Track bid documents, addenda, RFIs, and subcontractor communication throughout preconstruction
• Support and participate in subcontractor buyout and procurement strategy
• Coordinate project turnover to operations teams, ensuring alignment on scope, assumptions, and schedule
• Maintain organized estimate files, bid tabs, subcontractor coverage lists, and historical cost data
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and clientsSupport multiple projects concurrently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating and/or preconstruction experience in commercial construction
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, systems, and sequencing
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project manuals
• Experience preparing detailed estimates and managing competitive bid processes
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in various stages of preconstruction
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and estimating/bid management platforms
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal and external teams

Preferred Experience

• Experience with multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, or high-rise construction projects
• Experience developing GMPs, contract exhibits, and value engineering solutions
• Experience working directly with owners, developers, and design teams during preconstruction