Strategic Preconstruction Lead: Estimating, Scheduling & GMP

Wharton-Smith, Inc.; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Sanford, FL is seeking a Preconstruction Services Manager who will lead the design-phase cost estimates, manage the estimating group, and coordinate with subcontractors to secure competitive bids.

The role requires the ability to read drawings and specifications, formulate unit prices, and write RFIs for engineers. The position also involves developing RFQ/RFPs, establishing a project database for proposals, and creating construction schedules in P6 while coordinating the

Qualifications

• 5-10 years estimating or field experience.
• Previous experience with Hard Bid Municipal Commercial Projects.
• Ability to understand construction terminology.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; MS Outlook, Word and Excel proficiency; MC2 knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and lead estimating group on design phase cost estimates.
• Ability to read drawings, geo-tech reports and specifications.
• Identify Utility conflicts and Bypass areas.
• Perform quantity take-off of Pipe & Appurtenances/Concrete/Sitework; count quantities.
• Formulate unit prices as needed and solicit Subcontractor activity via phone/email.
• Write RFIs to Engineers and develop project RFQ/RFPs.
• Establish project database for proposals and create construction schedules in P6.
• Coordinate and establish the project budget (GMP).
• Support projects ranging from 4M to 120M with deadlines; multi-task effectively.
• Develop long-term relationships with key vendors/subcontractors; participate in pre/post reviews.

Skills

Estimating

Reading drawings & specs

Budgeting / GMP

Vendor/Subcontractor coordination

Project scheduling (P6)

Communication & organization

Tools

MS Outlook

Word

Excel

MC2

Job description

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Sanford, FL is seeking a Preconstruction Services Manager who will lead the design-phase cost estimates, manage the estimating group, and coordinate with subcontractors to secure competitive bids.

The role requires the ability to read drawings and specifications, formulate unit prices, and write RFIs for engineers. The position also involves developing RFQ/RFPs, establishing a project database for proposals, and creating construction schedules in P6 while coordinating the