Sr Preconstruction Estimator - DC location

About the Company

We are on the search for top-notch Preconstruction professionals--either wanting to elevate to the next level in their career or seasoned Precon Estimator Managers looking for new adventures. Our client is a nationally recognized GC by Forbes as well as being hailed a "Best Places to Work" from the Washington Post. This GC's culture fosters empowerment, innovation and "thinking great" for their continual growth and success.

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About the Role

Delivery of World-Class preconstruction to our clients through daily management, supervision, and coordination with internal and external teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction through direct stake-holder interface, as well as oversee other projects led by Precon Managers and/or Project Executives.
• Develop project specific strategies to ensure highest quality deliverables and building of backlog.
• Compile relevant data from market and comparison studies to validate or adjust estimates.
• Analyze estimates to ensure alignment with market conditions.
• Identify project risks and ensure clear communication to stakeholders along with mitigation plans.
• Analyze reports to confirm financial health of projects, ensure deliverables are being met, and evaluate workload of staff.
• Develop and share best practices across projects/teams.
• Ensure work product meets company and client standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve process, the preconstruction experience, and lead change through annual operations initiatives.
• Develop preconstruction budget and track services rendered vs proposed and communicate as needed.
• Assist with winning new work through proposals, client interviews, and select pro-bono services.
• Position to be part of Preconstruction team and reports to the Vice President of Preconstruction.
• Day-to-day close working relationship with Vice President of Preconstruction, Preconstruction Directors/Managers, Project Executives and Regional Directors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field required, Master's degree preferred.
• 15+ years' experience in construction estimating, project management, project supervision, or equivalent combination of experience required.
• Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions and trade practices required.

Required Skills

• Proficient in project management software strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software products, including Microsoft Excel strongly preferred. xhyhwjd

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Sage Estimating, On-Screen Take-off, and scheduling software desired but not required.