Strategic Preconstruction Lead – Estimating & Budgets

Russell Co.; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Co. is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to support project teams through the preconstruction process in the Midwest. You will lead budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and value analysis to drive cost-effective decisions.

The role requires a 4-year Construction Engineering or Construction Management degree and at least 5 years of estimating experience, with strong negotiation and analytical skills to manage bid day activities across multiple delivery methods.

Qualifications

• Four year Construction Engineering or Construction Management degree or equivalent experience plus 5 years or more construction estimating experience required.
• Mechanical and electrical estimating experience a plus.
• Effective negotiation, team building, problem solving, mathematical and analytical skills required.
• Must possess exceptional organization skills and keen attention to detail, deadlines and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Supports project teams throughout the preconstruction process including budgeting, estimating, scheduling, value analysis and design management for all delivery methods.
• Assists in project pursuit, strategies and techniques.
• Prepares bid schedules to determine project costs.
• Reviews final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation.
• Updates and maintains estimating system.

Skills

Budgeting

Estimating

Negotiation

Team leadership

Cost analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Russell Co. is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to support project teams through the preconstruction process in the Midwest. You will lead budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and value analysis to drive cost-effective decisions.

The role requires a 4-year Construction Engineering or Construction Management degree and at least 5 years of estimating experience, with strong negotiation and analytical skills to manage bid day activities across multiple delivery methods.