Senior Estimator

Compensation Overview;             Salary (DOE), Project (and) Annual Bonus structure, Auto/Phone Allowance per month, Great Benefits (including full healthcare insurance coverage and retirement plan).

This is a local Nashville position (not open to travel or remote options): Relocation assistance will be considered.

 

• Feeling like flexing your (Precon) muscles -- but not seeing that opportunity?
• Want to help develop processes & policy that set-the-stage for Precon-Perfection within a dynamic company that is looking for Team-Leaders and Great people overall?
• If you like commercial construction, competitive bid (negotiated, lump sum, conceptual design/bid, hard-bid, etc)- and want to take your career to the next stage-- then this MAY be for you!

 

This Preconstruction Manager will lead-the-charge on finding new project opportunities and landing those preconstruction presentations to assure a healthy pipeline of exciting future work for this commercial Nashville General Contractor. The Preconstruction Manager will lead all precon estimate activities in all upcoming projects.

 

Company Description:

Our Client is a Regional general contractor with a Local/Nashville office that provides construction services in various spaces, including commercial, industrial, healthcare, design-build, self-perform, multi-family, urban mixed-use, and arts and culture. Company culture is dynamic and growing by diversifying how they approach business & people.

 

 

Overview:

The Senior Estimator leads and participates in the preparation of estimates for construction projects

• Perform constructability analysis through the identification of design and constructability issues

• Compile bid packages for complicated scopes that accurately convey desired bid scope and requirements to trades

• Develop value analysis' by defining alternatives to the proposed scope that are more cost efficient

• Prepare detailed estimate of entire scope of assigned trades, building system, and/or overall project cost

• Analyze existing site conditions and all contract documents to determine any required scope that is not indicated

• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work • Determine if scope is covered and manage risk of scope gaps

• Create cost efficiencies through ongoing estimating process improvement

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, or related field.

• 8 + years of experience within estimating, preconstruction AND commercial construction.

• Proficiency with software, including OST, Bluebeam, bid management software, and some scheduling software (P6 or similar).

• Ability to implement new technologies to benefit projects or the organization.

Retail Options, Executive Search
Franklin
United States of America

About the company

Relentless Talent Solutions, Powered by Innovation

We take a non-stop approach to talent acquisition by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, social media, a database of over 7 million candidates, and a team of recruiters spanning the United States, the Caribbean, and Canada.

In today’s shrinking talent pool, speed is critical—and that’s where we come in. As a boutique firm with a broad reach, we manage the entire hiring journey—from the first conversation to the moment your new hire walks through your door.

What Sets Us Apart

• Geographic Expertise: We succeed where others struggle—finding top talent in challenging regions and remote markets.

• Discreet & Strategic: From confidential searches to special projects, we handle sensitive assignments with professionalism and precision.

• End-to-End Partnership: Our team acts as an extension of your company, fully immersing ourselves in your business culture and hiring needs.

Our Core Values

We Build Long-Term Relationships

We go beyond transactions to foster genuine, lasting partnerships.

We Are an Extension of Your Team

We invest the time to understand your goals, culture, and hiring challenges.

We Move Fast—And Smart

We deliver top-tier candidates swiftly and efficiently—the first time.

We Focus on Quality, Not Quantity

You receive carefully vetted talent, not stacks of résumés.

We Handle Every Detail

Reference checks? Already done. Every candidate we present is fully vetted and ready for the next step.

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