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Preconstruction Manager / Senior Estimator – Commercial Construction
Atlanta, GA
Full-Time
On-Site
$95,000 – $145,000+ annually, based on experience
We are seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager / Senior Estimator to lead estimating, budgeting, bid strategy, subcontractor coordination, and early-stage project planning for commercial construction projects. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented construction professional who understands how to turn drawings, budgets, scopes, and client goals into accurate, competitive, and profitable project plans.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience in commercial construction.
- Experience with ground-up, renovation, tenant improvement, multifamily, healthcare, education, industrial, or mixed-use projects preferred.
- Strong understanding of construction documents, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.
- Ability to perform accurate quantity takeoffs and bid leveling.
- Experience with estimating software such as Procore, BuildingConnected, Bluebeam, Sage, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar platforms.
- Strong communication, organization, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple bids, deadlines, and stakeholder expectations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent hands-on estimating or preconstruction experience may be considered in place of a degree.
Responsibilities
- Lead preconstruction efforts from concept through final bid submission.
- Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document estimates.
- Perform quantity takeoffs, scope reviews, and cost analysis.
- Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier bids.
- Identify scope gaps, project risks, exclusions, and value-engineering opportunities.
- Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, project managers, and field leadership.
- Develop bid packages, proposal documents, and project budgets.
- Support project handoff from preconstruction to operations.
- Maintain strong subcontractor relationships and up-to-date market cost knowledge.
- Provide input on constructability, scheduling, phasing, and cost-saving options.
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