Pre-Construction Manager (Healthcare Construction)

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Looking for a Senior Estimator to drive strategic preconstruction!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Asante Kamtema
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Salary: $125,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a leading construction and engineering services organization delivering high-impact, large-scale projects with a focus on federal and government markets. With a reputation built on precision, integrity, and performance, this company partners with public sector clients to deliver mission-critical infrastructure, facilities upgrades, and complex renovations across the United States. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to excellence, this company leverages deep industry knowledge, cross-functional teamwork, and innovative solutions to drive successful outcomes on every project.

Why join us?

At this company, you’ll join a team that values professional growth, respect, and shared success. They offer an environment where your expertise directly contributes to the delivery of quality infrastructure supporting national priorities. You’ll work alongside seasoned professionals who encourage learning, innovation, and leadership.

Our client promotes a culture rooted in accountability, transparency, and teamwork, offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement. If you’re motivated by challenging work in federal construction and want to help shape the future of public projects, this is a place where your skills and contributions truly matter.

Job Details

As a Senior Estimator with a federal focus, you will lead and manage cost estimating for complex government construction projects. You will be responsible for developing accurate, detailed federal proposals, coordinating with internal teams, subcontractors, and partners, and ensuring compliance with all client, agency, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the preparation of federal cost estimates for complex construction pursuits, including design-bid-build, design-build, IDIQs, and task orders.
Analyze federal solicitations, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and amendments to develop winning strategies.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to compile comprehensive and competitive cost data.
Conduct site visits and technical reviews as needed to assess project requirements.
Identify and quantify risk, develop risk registers, and incorporate risk mitigation into estimates.
Prepare detailed estimate reports, buy-out strategies, estimate narratives, and pricing models.
Maintain historical cost databases and update estimating standards and tools.
Advise leadership on competitive positioning, pricing strategies, and value engineering opportunities.

Qualifications
Minimum of 7+ years of construction estimating experience with a strong emphasis on federal or government projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of federal procurement processes, cost principles, and contracting vehicles (e.g., FAR, GSA schedules, IDIQ/MSA).
Proven ability to develop high-quality, compliant, and competitive cost proposals.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Experience using cost estimating software and databases.
Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and deliver results under deadlines.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.

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