Strategic Commercial Estimator & Preconstruction Lead

CaseCo; Purcellville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match up to 4%

Life insurance

Flexible PTO

Company vehicle with fuel card

Job summary

CaseCo Commercial is seeking a Commercial Estimator & Pre-Construction Manager to lead the preconstruction phase of complex commercial projects. You will develop accurate, competitive estimates and coordinate with architects, engineers, and clients to define scope and budgets.

In this role you will drive value engineering, risk mitigation, bid developments, and vendor relationships, while guiding multiple bids and ensuring proposals meet CaseCo’s high standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating (conceptual and hard bid) commercial construction projects for a general contractor.
• Proven experience in managing preconstruction phases and implementing value-engineering efforts.
• Advanced proficiency in construction estimation software (BlueBeam, On-Screen Takeoff, MS Excel).
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the entire preconstruction process, from conceptual budgeting to final bid preparation.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients to understand project scope and specifications.
• Lead transition of project cost estimates to project execution teams.
• Organize and lead bid meetings, pre-bid walk-throughs, and client presentations.
• Prepare detailed, accurate estimates for labor, material, and equipment costs.
• Perform quantity take-offs across multiple trades to ensure cost efficiency and accuracy.
• Analyze historical project data, purchase orders, and contracts for use in current and future estimates.
• Lead subcontractor buyout, bid packaging, and contract negotiations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, engaging with new opportunities and fostering repeat business.
• Represent CaseCo in pre-bid meetings, presentations, and client negotiations.
• Build and qualify a network of subcontractors for competitive bidding and project collaboration.
• Provide value-engineered alternatives to reduce project costs while maintaining high quality standards.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project execution.
• Lead preparation of project bids and proposals, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met and proposals meet CaseCo’s high standards
• Collaborate with project teams to develop comprehensive scopes of work for submissions, incorporating client and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

BlueBeam

On-Screen Takeoff

MS Excel

Job description

CaseCo Commercial is seeking a Commercial Estimator & Pre-Construction Manager to lead the preconstruction phase of complex commercial projects. You will develop accurate, competitive estimates and coordinate with architects, engineers, and clients to define scope and budgets.

In this role you will drive value engineering, risk mitigation, bid developments, and vendor relationships, while guiding multiple bids and ensuring proposals meet CaseCo’s high standards.