Preconstruction Estimator
About The Position
GeoSurfaces Southeast, a TenCate company, is seeking a detail-oriented Preconstruction Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for private and public civil construction projects. The role supports project success throughout preconstruction by evaluating labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor pricing, schedules, and potential risks. The estimator will identify value-engineering opportunities and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on project planning, bidding, handoff, and execution. The position is based in Mooresville, North Carolina. It primarily operates in a professional office environment using computers, estimating software, and standard office equipment, and may also involve visits to active construction sites and participation in project meetings. Occasional travel to project sites, pre-bid meetings, and other company locations may be required. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship and must be willing to complete a background check and pre-employment drug screening in accordance with applicable laws. GeoSurfaces Southeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics.
Requirements
- Previous experience in construction estimating, project engineering, preconstruction, project management, or a related construction discipline.
- Experience reviewing construction drawings, plans, specifications, and bid documents.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple estimates, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational and document-management skills.
- Ability to identify potential project risks, scope gaps, and value-engineering opportunities.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
- Must be willing to complete a background check and pre-employment drug screening in accordance with applicable laws.
Nice To Haves
- Civil construction experience.
- Knowledge of demolition, excavation, grading, utilities, concrete, turf, athletic surfacing, or related scopes.
- Experience with HCSS HeavyBid.
- Experience with Autodesk Build.
Responsibilities
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for private and public civil construction projects.
- Estimate scopes including demolition, excavation, grading, utilities, site concrete, synthetic turf, athletic surfacing, and equipment.
- Review construction documents, drawings, plans, and specifications to ensure scope accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare requests for information to clarify existing conditions, design intent, proposed improvements, and scope requirements.
- Develop and maintain relationships with material suppliers and subcontractors throughout assigned markets.
- Analyze historical cost data to establish accurate and competitive pricing.
- Provide value-engineering recommendations to support successful project awards.
- Prepare bid packages and solicit pricing from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
- Review subcontractor and supplier proposals for scope completeness, compliance, exclusions, and potential gaps.
- Conduct site visits to evaluate existing conditions, project access, logistics, and constraints.
- Attend pre-bid and preconstruction meetings as needed.
- Support project phasing, scheduling, procurement, and resource-planning activities.
- Assist with preconstruction planning, risk assessment, budget development, and project feasibility.
- Collaborate with Operations teams to support project handoff and execution planning.
- Prepare complete, accurate, and organized estimate documentation.
- Coordinate with Project Management, Sales, Operations, and other internal stakeholders throughout the estimating process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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