Foundations Preconstruction Manager

Clark Construction Group, LLC • McLean, VA

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About The Position

The Lead Estimator is responsible for the oversight and preparation of complete cost estimates for specialty geostructural projects. This role focuses on Support of Excavation (SOE), Deep Foundations (Caissons, Micropiles, ACIP), and Ground Improvement work. The successful candidate will leverage technical expertise and HCSS HeavyBid to develop competitive bids and budgets for private and public sector clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of estimating experience in the heavy civil or specialty foundation industry.
• Expert-level knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid is required.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Suite is expected.
• Strong understanding of deep foundation and earth retention elements.
• Ability to clearly present estimate findings and project risks to executive leadership and clients.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of local and regional market conditions for foundation materials and labor.
• Ability to mentor junior estimating staff and oversee the quality control of their work.
• Prior operations experience in geostructural construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of comprehensive estimates from initial takeoff to final bid submission, including hard bid, negotiated, and design- build delivery methods.
• Review and interpret geotechnical reports, boring logs, and structural drawings to determine appropriate drilling methods and shoring systems.
• Build and manage cost estimates within HeavyBid, ensuring accurate labor, equipment, and material resource allocations.
• Manage HeavyBid master templates and rate database.
• Maintain historical cost data and production rates based on actual field performance to improve bid accuracy.
• Solicitation and evaluation of quotes for specialty materials (e.g., steel H-piles, casing, concrete) and third-party services.
• Collaborate with the Operations and Engineering teams to determine the most cost-effective construction sequences and equipment spreads.
• Identify potential project risks (soil conditions, water table, site access) and quantify their impact on the project budget.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• promotes a drug-free workplace
• Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
• committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior