Senior Estimator / Preconstruction Manager

Senior Estimator / Preconstruction PM needed! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Caitlin Pohl Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year A bit about us: We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator / Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts for commercial construction projects. This role is responsible for managing the bid process from conceptual design through contract award while partnering with operations teams to ensure project success, profitability, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in commercial construction estimating, cost control, subcontractor management, and project execution, with the ability to develop competitive bids and drive successful project outcomes. Why join us? Stellar benefits PTO 401k Job Details Key Responsibilities Lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for commercial construction projects from conceptual budgeting through final bid submission. Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and value engineering recommendations. Develop and manage subcontractor and vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing and successful project delivery. Evaluate project risks, identify cost-saving opportunities, and protect project margins. Prepare comprehensive estimates, proposals, budgets, and bid packages. Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and project teams throughout the preconstruction process. Support project management teams with buyout, change order management, and cost forecasting. Monitor project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management. Participate in client presentations, negotiations, and project award meetings. Qualifications 10+ years of commercial construction estimating and/or preconstruction experience. Strong understanding of commercial building systems and interior construction trades, including drywall, framing, carpentry, doors, hardware, specialties, and finish work. Experience estimating and managing multi-million-dollar commercial construction projects. Proven ability to manage subcontractor buyout, vendor negotiations, and change orders. Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs, margins, and project profitability. Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Preferred Software Experience On-Screen Takeoff (OST) QuickBid PlanSwift The Edge Togal AI Microsoft Office Suite Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy