What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preconstruction Manager position at Niche SSP - No.1 for Estimating Talent?
Title: Preconstruction Manager/Senior Estimator
Location: Nashville, TN
Salary: Up to $140,000 base
Client: Local Commercial GC
On Offer - Website:
- Opportunity to join a long established, relationship driven GC with strong reputation in the Nashville market
- Direct reporting line to the Preconstruction Director
- High autonomy with exposure to the full preconstruction lifecycle
- Performance based bonus structure with strong upside
- Collaborative, family run business with quick decision making
Responsibilities:
- Lead preconstruction and estimating efforts on negotiated and pursuit projects
- Manage project estimates through drawing phases and client deliverables
- Support pursuits and RFP responses alongside leadership
- Coordinate internally with operations and project management teams
- Manage subcontractor pricing and relationships
- Help implement and transition the estimating platform
- Mentor and develop a junior estimator
- Support the growth and structure of the preconstruction department
- Projects - Institutional, Historic Renovation, Hospitality, Multifamily, 1st Gen Tenant Fit Out, Traditional Commercial, Light Healthcare, Light Industrial
Requirements:
- Mid career estimating or preconstruction professional
- Experience working for a commercial general contractor
- Strong communication skills with clients, trades, and internal teams
- Ability to manage multiple project types and sectors
- Comfortable working across varied markets rather than a single specialization
- Experience managing estimates independently
- 8-15 years experience ideal
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000