Preconstruction & Estimating Manager

Summary

We are representing an established multifamily builder seeking a Director of Preconstruction / Senior Estimator to join its Southern California team. This position will take ownership of estimating and preconstruction for large-scale multifamily developments from early conceptual budgeting through GMP and project turnover.

The ideal candidate brings a strong multifamily estimating background and can lead budgets, subcontractor pricing, value engineering, and cost strategy while working closely with construction and project leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and estimating from conceptual design through GMP and project handoff
• Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and final construction estimates
• Perform and oversee quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and detailed project budgets
• Develop bid packages and scopes of work for subcontractors and vendors
• Solicit, level, and negotiate subcontractor proposals
• Lead value engineering and identify cost-saving opportunities throughout design
• Review drawings and specifications for constructability, scope gaps, and cost exposure
• Track market pricing, escalation, procurement, and overall project cost risk
• Maintain historical cost data and improve estimating standards and processes
• Partner with project leadership throughout preconstruction and transition into construction

Requirements

• 10+ years of estimating and/or preconstruction experience
• Strong multifamily construction experience required
• Podium and Type III/V construction experience strongly preferred
• Experience developing conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates
• Strong subcontractor bidding, scope development, bid leveling, and negotiation experience
• Advanced understanding of construction costs, value engineering, and constructability
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Excel, and construction estimating software
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred