Senior Preconstruction Manager & Estimator

Russell Group, Inc.; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell is seeking a Preconstruction Manager in Leawood, KS to support project teams through budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and design management. You will collaborate with clients, vendors, and design teams to craft accurate bids and strategic cost analyses.

The role requires a four-year Construction Engineering or Construction Management degree (or equivalent) and 5+ years of estimating experience, with strong negotiation and communication skills to drive cost efficiency and timely

Qualifications

• Four year Construction Engineering or Construction Management degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years construction estimating experience required.
• Strong negotiation, team building, problem solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports project teams throughout the preconstruction process including budgeting, estimating, scheduling, value analysis and design management.
• Assists in project pursuit, strategies and techniques.
• Prepares bid schedules to determine project costs.
• Works closely with design team during development to control costs.
• Provides cost opinion support and negotiates contracts and change orders.
• Updates and maintains estimating systems.

Skills

Budgeting

Estimating

Scheduling

Cost analysis

Negotiation

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Russell is seeking a Preconstruction Manager in Leawood, KS to support project teams through budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and design management. You will collaborate with clients, vendors, and design teams to craft accurate bids and strategic cost analyses.

The role requires a four-year Construction Engineering or Construction Management degree (or equivalent) and 5+ years of estimating experience, with strong negotiation and communication skills to drive cost efficiency and timely