Construction Estimator

Position: Senior Estimating Manager (Preconstruction)

Location: Houston, Texas (Hybrid - 2 days a week work from home)

Duration: Permanent / Direct Hire

Relocation Assistance Available - Yes

Skills and Certifications:

• Estimating
• Preconstruction Experience
• Subcontractor Relationships
• People Management Experience
• Direct Commercial Building (Mid-Large Sized) General Contractor Experience

Experience:

• 7+ years construction estimating experience
• People management experience preferred

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field (Required)

Role Summary:

The Senior Preconstruction and Estimating Manager provides overall direction and leadership for the collaborative preconstruction process and delivery. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of Company.

Autonomy & Decision Making: Makes decisions within defined limits of authority and consults supervisor on other decisions.

Career Path: Preconstruction Services Director 1

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

PRECONSTRUCTION FAMILY - CORE

• Leads overall preconstruction process, resulting in a comprehensive deliverable which includes competitive bids, negotiated proposals, cost estimates, analysis and budgets.
• Prepares and executes project win strategies by preparing for interviews and leading internal and external presentations of estimates and proposals to support the business development process.
• Oversees project teams and ensures successful execution and completion of preconstruction process.
• Manages relationships with key clients and design team contacts during the preconstruction phase.
• Capable of performing estimating tasks as needed, including self-perform estimating.
• Creates conceptual budgets.
• Reports accurate project cost history.
• Partners with operations to review project risk assessment, scoring and completion.
• Reviews project business plan with other stakeholders, such as operations and office leadership, to ensure alignment and profitability.
• Leads, supports and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion within company. Understands Company’s policy of non-discrimination and ensures positive, proactive implementation throughout the organ ization.