Director of Preconstruction / Senior Estimator

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed conceptual, schematic, design development, and final construction cost estimates
• Develop budgets, GMPs, and competitive lump sum bids
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing analysis
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing for scope completeness and competitiveness
• Identify cost risks, value engineering opportunities, and constructability considerations
• Maintain historical cost data and benchmarking for future estimates
• Lead the preconstruction process from pursuit through project award
• Coordinate design reviews with architects, engineers, and consultants
• Facilitate scope alignment meetings and estimate reviews with preconstruction team
• Develop project schedules in coordination with operations and project management
• Manage smooth handoff from preconstruction to project management and field teams
• Assign projects to preconstruction team
• Provide direction to preconstruction administrator

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 8-12 years of estimating and/or preconstruction experience in commercial construction
• Experience with commercial, institutional, healthcare, education, or industrial projects preferred
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods
• Proven ability to develop accurate estimates across multiple delivery methods (DesignBuild, CMAR, Hard Bid)
• Experience leading preconstruction efforts and client-facing meetings
• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field
• Experience mentoring or managing estimating/preconstruction staff
• Strong negotiation and subcontractor relationship management skills
• Local or regional market knowledge