Director of Preconstruction & Estimating
Michael Page
- Lead estimating strategy for a respected, growing commercial contractor!
- High-impact leadership role with flexibility and strong compensation!
About Our Client
This long-established construction firm is known for delivering high-quality commercial projects and building long-term client relationships through trust and performance. With a strong pipeline, repeat business, and a people-first culture, they offer stability alongside exciting growth opportunities.
Job Description
The Director of Estimating will be responsible for:
- Leading all preconstruction and estimating activities from conceptual budgets through final proposals.
- Developing accurate cost estimates across CSI Divisions 2-16, with a strong focus on MEP and interior renovation scopes.
- Managing, mentoring, and developing a team of four estimators, fostering collaborating and professional growth.
- Setting and executing estimating strategies to ensure competitive, well-aligned bids.
- Partnering closely with project managers and design teams on budgeting, value engineering, and constructability reviews.
- Overseeing estimates for projects including cooling towers, chiller replacements, generator upgrades, an exterior renovations.
- Reporting directly to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with business goals and pipeline strategy.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Director of Estimating should have:
- 10+ yeas of experience in commercial construction estimating.
- Proven expertise in preconstruction, conceptual budgeting, and detailed estimates.
- Strong working knowledge of CSI Divisions 2-16 and complex MEP systems.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing and mentoring estimating teams.
- Proficiency with BuildingConnected, Bluebeam, and Excel.
- Ability to work primarily in-office in Beltsville, MD, with flexible hours.
What's on Offer
The Director of Estimating will receive:
- Competitive base salary plus discretionary bonus.
- Chance to lead a stable, experienced team in a low-turnover, people-centric environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including strong healthcare and retirement contributions.
- Long-term growth opportunity within a company expanding its project size and national reach.
- Opportunity to work with a respected company in the construction industry.
Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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