Preconstruction Manager / Estimator

Russell Co

$80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction estimating.
  • Mechanical and electrical estimating experience is preferred.
  • Strong negotiation, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional organizational abilities with a focus on detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

  • Support project teams in budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and design management.
  • Assist in developing project pursuit strategies.
  • Prepare bid schedules to establish project costs.
  • Collaborate with design teams to manage project costs effectively.
  • Provide technical support during contract negotiations and change orders.
  • Consult with clients and project teams to formulate accurate estimates.
  • Review construction documents to ensure a clear scope for bidding.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
  • Supportive team environment fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Engagement in diverse projects across various delivery methods.
Full Job Description
How You'll Contribute

As Preconstruction Manager, you will help us reach our strategic growth goals by supporting project teams throughout the preconstruction process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Supports project teams throughout the preconstruction process including budgeting, estimating, scheduling, value analysis and design management for all types of delivery methods.
  • Assists in project pursuit, strategies and techniques.
  • Prepares bid schedules to determine project costs.
  • Works closely with design team during development to control project costs.
  • Provides technical support in negotiating contracts and change orders.
  • Consults with clients, vendors, project team, construction foreman to discuss and formulate estimates.
  • Reviews construction documents and understands scope of work to bid.
  • Reviews final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation.
  • Assists marketing/business development team by providing cost opinion support as needed.
  • Updates and maintains estimating system.


Requirements

Requirements: 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. Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills. Strong conceptual estimating capabilities. Ability to coordinate activities on 'bid day'. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License in good standing.

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