Strategic Preconstruction Manager: Estimation & Bids

lemoinecompany; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LEMOINE, a Great Place to Work®-Certified company in Baton Rouge, is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager for commercial building projects. You will estimate conceptual, negotiated, and competitive bids, interface with Project Managers and clients, and drive accurate, risk-conscious estimates to support successful execution.

Primary responsibilities include leading the preconstruction team, coordinating bid activities, and mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in estimating/preconstruction for commercial GC or subcontractor.
• Strong math, budgeting, and financial analysis skills; proficient in MS Office and estimating software.
• Excellent teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, specifications, and owner requirements; support risk evaluation, constructability reviews, and estimate contingencies.
• Prepare project estimates, including scopes of work, quantity takeoffs, subcontractor bid tabulations, and bid proposals.
• Coordinate RFIs, clarifications, addenda, and bid day activities to ensure complete scope coverage.
• Support preconstruction budgeting, value analysis, buyouts, estimate reviews, and proposal development.
• Manage and maintain subcontractor relationships, including prequalification, sourcing, bid coordination, and capacity awareness.
• When leading an estimate, manage the preconstruction team, develop bid lists, finalize budgets, attend pre-bid meetings, and complete estimate turnover.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and training support while promoting clear communication and professional development.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related curriculum or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

LEMOINE, a Great Place to Work®-Certified company in Baton Rouge, is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager for commercial building projects. You will estimate conceptual, negotiated, and competitive bids, interface with Project Managers and clients, and drive accurate, risk-conscious estimates to support successful execution.

Primary responsibilities include leading the preconstruction team, coordinating bid activities, and mentoring staff.