Clayco
Full‑service design‑build real estate, architecture, engineering and construction firm delivering integrated turnkey projects.
Drive bidding, estimate, and subcontractor management for construction projects.
3 days ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Design‑Build
Architecture
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
Development
Planning
Interior Design
Sector Specialisms
Food and Beverage
Consumer Products
Manufacturing
Life-Science Products
Industrial
Role
Description
subcontractor management
quantity take-off
bid evaluation
proposal prep
estimating
schedule review
As a Preconstruction Engineer, you will drive the bidding process for construction projects by crafting precise conceptual and hard dollar estimates, developing proposals, and managing subcontractor bids. You will ensure the accuracy and completeness of all project documents, perform quantity take-offs, conduct constructability reviews, and implement value engineering analyses. Your contributions will be crucial in shaping departmental strategies and fostering continuous improvement.
- Subcontractor Management: Oversee the solicitation process for subcontractor bids, build and nurture relationships with subcontractors, and maintain a comprehensive master list of subcontractors/vendors.
- Handoff and Support: Facilitate a seamless transition of estimates, bid information, drawings, and specifications to Project Management, and assist Project Managers with contract negotiations, change orders, and other project needs.
- Historical Data Management: Develop and maintain historical data on unit prices to inform future estimating and bidding processes.
- Quantity Take-Offs: Perform detailed quantity take-offs for specific scopes of work to support accurate estimating.
- Proposal Preparation: Collaborate with the Preconstruction team to deliver accurate proposals across various business units, including Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, and Residential sectors.
- Bid Evaluation: Prepare and analyze Bid Evaluation sheets to ensure competitive and fair bidding processes.
- Schedule and Conditions Review: Evaluate project schedules, assist in drafting General Conditions, and contribute to the final assembly of estimates for presentation to owners.
Requirements
estimating
quantity takeoff
microsoft office
bachelor's
1-4 years
collaboration
- Meeting Experience: Experience participating in Preconstruction meetings and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
- Technical Skills: Deep understanding of building construction, materials, systems, and market conditions. Proficiency in estimating and quantity takeoff software.
- Experience: 1-4 years of estimating experience in commercial construction, with a strong track record in project bidding and management.
- Software Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Analytical Skills: Strong conceptual abilities with a knack for working with limited information, and proven technical skills in mathematical calculations.
Benefits
- Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
- 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
$7.6B Revenue
Revenue Achievement
Generated over $7.6 billion in revenue in 2024 with extensive project work across multiple sectors.
394M sq ft
Built Space
Over 394 million square feet of built and renovated space across numerous projects.
- Founded in 1984 by Bob Clark in St. Louis, the company grew rapidly with integrated design‑build services.
- Moved headquarters to Chicago in 2013, expanding reach across North America.
- Launched Clayco Compute in 2025, focusing on mission‑critical data center construction with 57 active projects.
- Specializes in Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, Residential & Hospitality, Life Sciences, Data Center and Manufacturing sectors.
- Typical projects include large‑scale data centers, life sciences facilities, manufacturing plants and hospitality developments.
- Known for pioneering fast‑track, tech‑enabled design‑build methods—using BIM, drones and modular solutions.
- Integrated subsidiaries cover architecture (Lamar Johnson Collaborative), concrete (Concrete Strategies), and façade systems (Ventana).
- Handles end‑to‑end delivery—from site acquisition and financing through design, engineering and self‑performed construction.
- Stands out for fully integrated project delivery, overlapping design and build phases to boost efficiency and innovation.
Culture + Values
- Treat others as they would want to be treated.
- Employ the best and brightest in the industry and embrace their passion, creativity, and ideas, while providing them with the latest technology.
- Forge real partnerships with suppliers and subcontractors through better project management and fair bidding practices.
- Adhere to a zero-tolerance hard-hat policy and implement industry-leading safety practices.
- Think of the communities where projects are built as their own, focusing on enhancing them through sustainability practices and programs that give back.
- Create and innovate by balancing art and science holistically and intelligently.
- Tear down obstacles, outdated methods, and outdated thinking, replacing them with new ideas and transformational solutions.
- See work through the eyes of the people who will use it every day.
- Build powerful structures with impacts that reach far beyond the walls.
Environment + Sustainability
42%
Scope 1 & 2 Reduction Target
Targeting a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to the 2021 baseline.
51.6%
Scope 3 Per SF Reduction
Aiming to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and sold products by 51.6% per square foot by 2030.
95+
LEED-Certified Projects
Over 95 projects have been certified under the LEED program, showcasing commitment to sustainable design and construction.
4.85M tCO₂e
2023 Scope 3 Emissions
Reported Scope 3 emissions in 2023 amount to 4,852,977 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent.
- Pledged to SBTi Net‑Zero Standard, targeting net‑zero GHG emissions.
- 2023 reported emissions: Scope 1 14,487 tCO₂e; Scope 2 3,691 tCO₂e.
- VP of Sustainability hired to oversee holistic emissions reduction strategy and sustainable training.
- Pillars: energy & carbon, water & ecology, circular economy, wellbeing, innovation; 2023 progress on Scope 1 & 2 reduction and Scope 3 target‑setting.
Inclusion & Diversity
Over 360 Subcontractors
Diverse subcontractor network
Clayco maintains a network of over 360 prequalified minority- and women-owned (MBE/WBE) and other diverse subcontractors in 2023, reflecting a strong commitment to inclusive business practices.
275 Women Employees
Women's professional development
Clayco supports approximately 275 women employees through programs like ClaycoNOW, which focuses on networking, career development, and leadership empowerment.
20% DBE Goal Exceeded
Diverse business participation
Clayco achieved a 20% DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) goal on projects like Penn State East Halls Phase 2C, surpassing the required 15% target.
9% Construction Workforce
Women in construction
Reflecting broader industry trends, women make up just 9% of the U.S. construction workforce, but Clayco is committed to fostering equal opportunity through its inclusive culture.
- A program breaking barriers of race, income, and gender for employees, MBE/WBE partners, and communities.
- Active participation in workforce development through partnerships with organizations like CCDI, NSBE, NOMA, and the NAACP, along with internal initiatives like PIVOT and Clayco Connects.