About this opportunity
Hays lists this Chief Estimator / Senior Preconstruction Manager opportunity in northern virginia, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Your new company
An established and growing General Contractor is seeking a Chief Estimator / Senior Preconstruction Manager to lead and develop its estimating function from its Northern Virginia office.
This is a highly visible position within the business, offering the opportunity to work directly with executive leadership, help shape preconstruction strategy, and drive the estimating function as the company continues its significant growth trajectory.
The organization operates across a diverse portfolio including corporate interiors, office fit-outs, tenant improvements, building renovations, mission-critical projects, some SCIF work, and large-scale ground-up developments. With a strong backlog of competitive bid opportunities, the company is expanding into new markets and delivering projects ranging from interior renovations to major developments.
Your new role
This role would suit an experienced Estimator / Preconstruction Manager who feels ready for the next step but has limited progression opportunities within their current organization.
You will be responsible for:
Leading the estimating and preconstruction function
Developing budgets from concept through GMP
Managing subcontractor outreach and bid solicitation
Supporting project management teams throughout preconstruction
Preparing detailed cost estimates and proposals
Conducting bid levelling and scope analysis
Working closely with executive leadership on business strategy
Implementing new ideas, processes, and best practices
Helping build a future estimating team
What you'll need to succeed
6–10+ years of General Contractor estimating experience in the capacity of Estimator / Preconstruction Manager / Senior Estimator
Proven experience managing full-scope estimates across interiors, renovations, base building, and ground-up construction projects.
Experience estimating commercial construction projects both renovation and base build
Strong knowledge of the Northern Virginia subcontractor market
Ability to prepare budgets and manage the full estimating process
Experience supporting operations and project management teams
Ambition to drive and grow a pre-construction department
US Citizen required
What you'll get in return
Competitive Base Salary: $165,000–$185,000 (Commensurate with the candidate's level of experience)
Annual bonus (typically 10%)
1 day per week work from home
401(k) with 3% match
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Mileage reimbursement
$75 monthly phone allowance
Catered lunches
3 weeks PTO
Who can apply
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