Estimator / Preconstruction Manager

About the role

Company: 3i

Location: Dallas, TX (up to 10% travel required)

Employment type: Full Time

Project scope: Commercial, Government, Federal, and Public‑Sector (K‑12, Municipal, Airport)

Mandatory licenses & certifications: None required

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating and preconstruction efforts from early conceptual pursuits through final bid submission and award.
• Prepare comprehensive quantity takeoffs, detailed cost estimates, and value‑engineering recommendations to maximize project value.
• Develop bid strategies, solicitation plans, and detailed scope packages to secure optimal subcontractor coverage.
• Evaluate scope gaps, constructability challenges, and commercial risks before finalizing bid submissions.
• Support public‑sector supplier diversity programs including M/WBE, SBE, and HUB requirements.
• Lead smooth project handoffs to field operations, detailing major assumptions, risks, and procurement priorities.
• Analyze historical job performance data against original estimates to continuously sharpen future pricing accuracy.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of commercial construction estimating, preconstruction, or cost control experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing multiple bid pursuits independently within tight, deadline‑driven schedules.
• Deep understanding of CSI divisions, construction drawings, specifications, means and methods, and cost drivers.
• Working knowledge of delivery methods including CMAR, CSP, hard bid, and negotiated projects.
• Technical proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam Revu, On‑Screen Takeoff (or equivalent), and Microsoft Excel.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Estimating experience on public‑sector projects including K‑12, municipal, government, aviation, or higher education facilities.
• Direct hands‑on experience with RSMeans, Gordian, BuildingConnected, or ConstructConnect.

Pay

Competitive annual salary ranging from $90,000 to $120,000, plus performance‑based bonus, project completion bonus, and annual bonus opportunities.

Benefits

• Bi‑weekly pay cycle with full medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) along with life and disability insurance plans.
• Paid time off covering holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Continuous professional development, technical training, safety certifications, and mentorship programs.
• Provided smartphone or tablet tech package, company uniforms, and team‑building events.

About us

3i stands for Integrity, Innovation, and Information. Our mission is to design and build the best solutions for our clients through strong relationships, honesty, professionalism, quality, and excellence. We provide a collaborative environment where team members can build meaningful, long‑term careers.