Senior Preconstruction Manager & Estimator (GMP)

Bouten Construction Company; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental and vision premiums (0

401k with company match

3 weeks vacation and 12 sick days

Paid holidays

Job summary

Bouten Construction Company in the Tri-Cities, WA is seeking a Preconstruction Manager / Senior Estimator. You will lead preconstruction for multiple projects, develop GMP and lump-sum estimates, and partner with design teams, owners, and trade partners to drive value and efficient delivery.

Reporting to the Preconstruction Department Manager, you will guide the team, manage risks, and apply Lean principles throughout the process, including Target Value Delivery, to ensure successful GMP

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7–10 years in project management, preconstruction, estimating, or cost control on healthcare, education, or commercial projects.
• Experience developing GMP and lump-sum estimates; alternative delivery methods preferred.
• Experience estimating self-performed concrete or similar self-performed work is a plus.
• Proficient with Excel, takeoff and scheduling software; DESTINI Estimator a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts for multiple projects, establishing strategy, goals, staffing, and deliverables.
• Organize and coordinate the preconstruction team and maintain positive relationships.
• Facilitate project meetings with defined purpose, agenda, and minutes.
• Develop GMP and lump-sum estimates from conceptual design through GMP development.
• Review drawings, specs, and documents for constructability, risk, and issues.
• Apply CSI MasterFormat knowledge and building systems across projects.
• Update estimating databases and manage multiple projects in different stages.

Skills

Leadership

Preconstruction

Estimating

Team collaboration

Communication

Lean principles

Target Value Delivery

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

DESTINI Estimator

Microsoft Project

Primavera

On-screen takeoff software

Job description

Bouten Construction Company in the Tri-Cities, WA is seeking a Preconstruction Manager / Senior Estimator. You will lead preconstruction for multiple projects, develop GMP and lump-sum estimates, and partner with design teams, owners, and trade partners to drive value and efficient delivery.

Reporting to the Preconstruction Department Manager, you will guide the team, manage risks, and apply Lean principles throughout the process, including Target Value Delivery, to ensure successful GMP