Pre-Construction Assistant - Miami, FL

Key Responsibilities

• Estimating Support
• Perform basic quantity take-offs and assist in developing preliminary and detailed cost estimates.
• Review construction drawings and specifications to identify scope requirements.
• Absorb and assist in preparing bid packages, scopes of work, and subcontractor solicitations.
• Bid Management
• Help collect and organize subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Support bid leveling and comparison efforts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain subcontractor database entries and assist with prequalification documentation.
• Data and Reporting
• Enter and track estimate data in company templates and software.
• Update historical cost information and assist in developing benchmarking reports.
• Prepare spreadsheets, summaries, and reports for review by senior estimators and management.
• Learning and Development
• Gain exposure to value engineering strategies and cost-saving alternatives.
• Collaborate with senior team members during project hand-off to Operations.
• Participate in project site visits and meetings to better understand field conditions and logistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred).
• 0–2 years of estimating or construction experience (internships or co-ops count).
• Familiarity with construction documents, plans, and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and exposure to estimating software (Procore, Sage, Bluebeam, Plan Swift/On-Screen Takeoff) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Eagerness to learn, take direction, and grow within the company.

Core Competencies

• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Detail-oriented with a willingness to dig into the details of cost analysis.
• Strong communicator with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexible, coachable, and receptive to constructive feedback.