Employment Resource Group, Inc. An EOS company is hiring: Estimating and Precons

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Estimating & Preconstruction Manager to lead preconstruction and estimating activities across a diverse portfolio of projects. This role will support the enterprise by collaborating with operational groups, project teams, and external partners to deliver accurate, innovative, and value-driven estimates using Lean principles and integrated project delivery methods. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing both internal and external estimating efforts, participating in design-phase cost planning, and mentoring junior team members.

Duties and Responsibilities

Preconstruction Leadership

• Lead the estimating effort from early conceptual budgeting through to subcontractor procurement and project hand-off.
• Collaborate closely with project teams, architects, engineers, and clients to deliver accurate, well-structured cost estimates aligned with Target Value Design and other Lean practices.
• Oversee the creation of bid documents and procurement strategies that support project execution and schedule requirements.

Estimating Operations

• Review drawings, specifications, and attend pre-bid meetings to fully understand project scope and establish cost parameters.
• Manage the entire bidding process: bid solicitations, communications with bidders, proposal reviews, bid tallies, and final selection analysis.
• Ensure estimates are accurate and complete before submission by owning the review and quality control of all estimating packages.

Cost Modeling & Value Engineering

• Perform material and methods evaluations, cost-benefit analyses, and propose alternate solutions where needed.
• Work with design and project teams to maintain design-to-budget alignment, offering cost-effective options and life-cycle cost considerations to maximize client value.
• Identify and consolidate risks, opportunities, and potential cost variances to integrate into project forecasts and reports.

Collaboration and Client Communication

• Serve as a key liaison between clients and internal stakeholders, maintaining a professional and ethical relationship at all times.
• Communicate openly and transparently with clients while protecting confidential and proprietary information.
• Support internal departments by establishing effective estimating protocols, reporting formats, and resource assignments.

Technology and Process Integration

• Assist in the implementation of model-based estimating tools and processes in collaboration with design professionals.
• Proactively contribute to process improvements in estimating and preconstruction methodologies.
• Ensure accurate use of take-off, scheduling, and cost modeling software tools.

Team Development

• Coach and mentor junior estimators and preconstruction staff to build a high-performance estimating function within the organization.
• Foster an environment of continuous learning and collaboration among team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture required (or equivalent education and experience).
• 8–10 years of experience in construction, structural engineering, architecture, or estimating, with a solid understanding of the construction lifecycle.
• Expertise in estimating systems, cost databases, material/labor productivity, and conceptual estimating techniques.
• Demonstrated experience with both Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) and Lump Sum (Hard Bid) delivery methods.
• Proficiency with software tools such as Excel, WinEst, On-Screen Takeoff, Microsoft Project, and Primavera.
• Valid driver’s license required; may be subject to annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) checks depending on the role’s travel needs.