Senior Manager, PreConstruction
Gray
cost estimating
bid preparation
blueprint review
rfp development
cost study
client consultation
Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, change order pricing, vendors or subcontractors agreement, and determining cost effectiveness.
Reviews data and blueprints to determine material and labor requirements and prepares itemized lists of cost estimates.
Total understanding of all divisions of work and is able to extract required information from Customer’s to develop a “Request for Proposal”.
Can provide conceptual estimates and project scope from limited Customer information within 24 hours.
Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions.
Consults with customers, subcontractors, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
associate degree
10 years
computer skills
estimating software
decision making
lift 50lb
Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or minimum ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess basic computer skills including the ability to utilize word processing, spreadsheet and e-mail applications. May also be required to utilize software applications specific to the estimating field.
While performing the duties of this position, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands or arms and talk or hear. They may occasionally be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision.
Ability to “Size up opportunities” and make “Go/No Go” recommendations on limited information.
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Founded 1960
Year of establishment
The company began as a modest contractor in Kentucky and has since grown into a global enterprise.
$1.4B Revenue
Annual revenue
The company generates significant revenue through its integrated services and global operations.
- Evolved into a global powerhouse blending engineering, architecture, construction, and equipment services into cohesive solutions.
- From tobacco barns to mega-projects, the company’s rise reflects its knack for pivoting—absorbing design-build, automation, and digital services under one roof.
- Gray engineers complex facilities—semiconductor fabs, advanced battery plants, food and beverage processing sites, data centers, and distribution hubs—by integrating systems early for agile design and execution.
- Their projects range from carbon-neutral distilleries and bourbon mash-houses to Amazon logistics centers, Mercedes-Benz assembly lines, Qcells battery parks, and Kraft Heinz plants.
- A tapestry of sister brands—Gray AES, Gray Solutions, InLine Engineers, Anderson Dahlen, AD Process Equipment, and NexGen—gives the company depth in automation, specialty fabrication, and real estate.
- Unique among general contractors, Gray builds its own process equipment and embeds engineering teams on projects, enabling mid-stream design pivots and tightly coordinated execution.
- The company’s blend of family culture, integrated services, and global reach makes it both nimble and reliable on projects that demand innovation and scale.
- We put safety and quality of life first.
- We are customer and relationship driven.
- We treat others the way we want to be treated.
Net-Zero 2050
GHG Emissions Target
The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, demonstrating long-term commitment to combating climate change.
2% of Profit
Community Investment
2% of annual pre-tax, pre-bonus profit is allocated to support community and environmental causes through philanthropic efforts.
- Operate award-winning safety and quality programs emphasizing environmental stewardship.
Two Team Members
Recognized for Inclusion
Named to Constructech Women in Construction list in 2019.
53 Cohorts
Military Engagement
Engaged in Save A Warrior partnership since 2017.
600 Participants
Military Support
Nearly 600 participants in Save A Warrior partnership since 2017.
- Equal Opportunity Employer with initiatives to recruit and retain a workforce reflecting community demographics.
