The Boldt Company

Director of Estimating and Preconstruction

The Boldt Company • $208K — $283K *
San Francisco, CA 94112In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
5 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Four-year degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field required.
  • 10+ years of construction experience as an estimator or preconstruction professional.
  • Minimum 5 years of leadership experience required.
  • Proficient in Guarantee Maximum Price (GMP) and Lump Sum project types.
  • Familiarity with CSI coding, Master Format, and Uniformat.
  • Strong skills in Excel, WinEst, On-Screen take-off, and scheduling software (Microsoft Schedule, Primavera).
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft O365 required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor preconstruction teams to enhance performance.
  • Champion Target Value Design and model-based estimating strategies.
  • Advocate for design to budget strategies that positively impact clients.
  • Identify and pursue new market opportunities for growth.
  • Define best practices for estimating processes and project planning.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape project delivery methods and outcomes.
  • Support for continuous improvement in team and business performance.
  • Access to advanced estimating methodologies and technologies.
  • Collaborative work environment emphasizing Lean principles.
  • Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Director of Estimating and Preconstruction
Location: San Francisco, CA
Company: The Boldt Company - Western Operations
Anticipated Salary Range: $208,000.00 - $283,000.00
This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in a collaborative, Lean environment and is energized by building high performing teams and delivering smarter project outcomes. You will champion Target Value Design, model based estimating, and design to budget strategies that create meaningful impact for clients while supporting Boldt's commitment to continuous improvement. From mentoring preconstruction talent to advancing new market opportunities, you will have the platform to grow both people and business. At Boldt, you are not just leading estimates, you are helping define the future of how projects are planned, procured, and successfully delivered.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $208,000.00-$283,000.00 annually. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

What You Bring
  • Four-year architecture, engineering, construction management or related degree required.
  • Minimum of 10 years of construction experience working as an estimator and / or preconstruction professional. Knowledge of estimating processes, material and building system costs, labor productivity, and conceptual project construction requirements required.At least five years of leadership experience required.
  • Experience in Guarantee Maximum Price (GMP) as well as Lump Sum (Hard) Bid type of projects required.
  • Understanding and proficiency of construction coding in CSI, Master Format and Uniformat required.
  • A strong understanding of excel spreadsheets, database-based software (WinEst), take-off software (On-Screen take-off) scheduling software (Microsoft Schedule, Primavera) is required.
  • Intermediate experience in Microsoft O365 required.
  • A valid driver's license may be required. Individuals in this role may be subject to an annual Motor Vehicle Records check. The outcome of any MVR checks conducted may negatively impact the persons' ability to participate in any vehicle program provided by the company, including but not limited to the ability to drive a personal vehicle on behalf of The Boldt Company or rent a vehicle through for business travel purposes.
Nice to Have
  • Experience developing business in healthcare or other highly regulated markets.
  • Familiarity with healthcare systems and regulatory environments such as HCAI.
Unsolicited Correspondence
The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including agencies with an active agreement-unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.

About The Boldt Company

The Boldt Company is a construction services company headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin. The company was founded in 1889 by Martin Boldt and has since grown to become one of the largest construction firms in the United States. The company provides a wide range of construction services, including design-build, general contracting, and construction management. Boldt has completed projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, industrial, and commercial. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. Boldt is a privately held company and is still owned by the Boldt family.
Learn more about The Boldt Company
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
* Ladders Estimates

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