Senior Estimator or Precon Manager (Orlando)

CPPI•Oviedo, FL

About The Position

The Senior Estimator or Precon Manager is responsible for accurately estimating the cost, time, materials, labor, and equipment required for construction projects from conceptual design through GMP. The role provides leadership, mentoring, and quality control for estimating activities and maintains strong relationships with clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers. The Senior Estimator ensures estimating processes align with the company’s vision, mission, and core values. Light travel of 10–20% is required for client visits or jobsite reviews.

Requirements

Authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Minimum 8 years of commercial construction experience and 6 years in estimating.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, Word, Outlook), Sage, and estimating software.
Experience using on-screen takeoff software or other graphic software.
Strong analytical, organizational, and multitasking skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.
Knowledgeable in all major construction divisions, including site work, structural, architectural finishes, and MEP systems.
Light travel (10–20%) required for client visits or jobsite reviews.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
10+ years of preconstruction or estimating experience on commercial projects strongly preferred.
Professional Estimator Certification and/or LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare bid-chase briefs.
Prepare detailed and accurate estimates across all project phases.
Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documents to prepare comprehensive bid packages.
Conduct constructability reviews, identify risks, and prepare RFIs and reports.
Develop and manage preconstruction schedules and design deliverables.
Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier bids; ensure adequate coverage and compliance.
Prepare bid proposals, GMP packages, and cost analyses for both hard bid and negotiated projects.
Lead presentations and explain estimates to clients, designers, and operations teams.
Coordinate project handoff and buyout with operations staff.
Maintain estimating databases, software, and historical pricing records.
Perform site visits and attend client, preconstruction, and progress meetings.
Lead Preconstruction-to-Operations turnover meetings.
Support value engineering and alternate design evaluations.
Ensure compliance with company safety and quality standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.