Preconstruction Manager

• Lead detailed cost estimating for ground-up industrial, warehouse, and mission-critical builds
• Engage subcontractors for pricing, vet proposals, and lead bid leveling
• Support conceptual estimating and early budgeting on negotiated and design-build pursuits
• Collaborate with operations and preconstruction leadership to refine strategies and support project transitions
• Review plans and specs to develop bid scopes, identify risk, and ensure accuracy in all pricing components

This is a high-impact role for an experienced construction professional who brings both detail and strategy to the estimating table. You’ll collaborate closely with operations, executive leadership, and clients to win and build some of the region’s most complex facilities.

• Expertise in takeoff and estimating software (OST, Bluebeam, Excel; DESTINI a plus)
• Strong understanding of current market conditions, trade pricing, and value engineering options
• Close collaboration with operations and executive leadership
• 10+ years of experience in construction estimating, with a focus on industrial or MEP-intensive projects, data centers experience highly valued
• Based in or open to commuting to Itasca, IL
• Proven success delivering full-cycle estimates from concept through GMP

• Clear growth path into Preconstruction Manager or Director roles
• Competitive compensation package with bonus potential