Senior Preconstruction Manager – Multi-Family Estimating

Top Echelon Software, LLC.; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC. is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction for large multi-family residential projects in Columbus, OH. The role involves managing the entire estimation process, building client and contractor relationships, and presenting cost strategies directly to clients.

Relocation assistance is available. You will drive value engineering, takeoffs, bidding, and scheduling, ensuring accuracy and proactive cost control throughout the

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of estimating experience in large multi-family residential, apartments, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing.
• Deep understanding of current market pricing and unit pricing.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with owners, architects, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead, create, and finalize comprehensive project estimates.
• Research specified materials, source alternatives, and develop value engineering ideas with associated costs.
• Build qualified subcontractor bid lists, call subcontractors to secure bids, and analyze submitted bids and scopes.
• Develop preliminary preconstruction schedules and determine project staffing and general condition requirements.
• Complete detailed On-Screen Takeoffs.
• Prepare professional presentation documents and clearly present cost information to clients.
• Review, analyze, and correct estimates prepared by other team members.

Skills

Industry experience

Market knowledge

Relationship building

Job description

Top Echelon Software, LLC. is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction for large multi-family residential projects in Columbus, OH. The role involves managing the entire estimation process, building client and contractor relationships, and presenting cost strategies directly to clients.

Relocation assistance is available. You will drive value engineering, takeoffs, bidding, and scheduling, ensuring accuracy and proactive cost control throughout the