Senior Pre Construction and Estimating Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Pre-Construction and Estimating Manager to lead pre-construction planning and estimating activities for mid- to large-scale commercial building projects. This position will oversee the development of budgets, estimates, proposals, and bid strategies while partnering closely with clients, design professionals, subcontractors, and internal operations teams.The role offers a hybrid schedule with the ability to work from home two days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the pre-construction process from early planning through final proposal, including conceptual budgeting, detailed estimating, competitive bidding, and negotiated proposals.
• Develop strategies that strengthen project pursuits and support successful project awards.
• Prepare for and participate in client interviews, estimate reviews, and internal and external presentations.
• Lead pre construction teams and coordinate activities to ensure estimates, budgets, and proposals are accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other project partners.
• Perform hands-on estimating when required, including self-perform scopes and quantity takeoffs.
• Develop conceptual and general requirements estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Maintain accurate historical cost information to support future estimating and planning.
• Collaborate with operations teams to identify, evaluate, and address project risks.
• Review project business plans with operations and leadership to support alignment, execution, and financial objectives.
• Evaluate construction drawings, specifications, trade scopes, labor productivity, and construction methods when developing estimates.
• Support an inclusive, collaborative, and professional working environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent relevant professional experience may be considered in place of the degree.
• 10+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Direct estimating and pre construction experience with a commercial building general contractor, particularly on mid- to large-sized projects.
• Strong knowledge of pre construction processes, estimating practices, construction methods, and trade scopes.
• Experience developing conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, quantity surveys, and general requirements estimates.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor markets and the ability to develop productive subcontractor relationships.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Working proficiency with construction estimating technology and Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
• Ability to travel overnight occasionally and work non-traditional hours when project requirements demand it.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting up to 10 pounds and occasional standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, pushing, and pulling.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity This position primarily operates in a professional office environment with frequent computer-based work. Some project-related activities may involve exposure to hot or cold conditions. Occasional overnight travel and non-traditional working hours may be necessary based on project demands.

Houston offers a combination of major-city amenities and diverse residential communities. The area provides extensive dining and entertainment options, professional sports, museums and cultural attractions, and access to parks and outdoor recreation. Its large construction and commercial development market also provides exposure to a broad range of complex projects.

The position follows a hybrid schedule that includes two scheduled work-from-home days each week.