We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Estimating Director to lead all estimating and preconstruction functions across the organization. This executive-level role is responsible for developing accurate cost estimates, bid strategies, and preconstruction planning efforts for large-scale construction projects.
The ideal candidate is a strong construction and cost management leader with deep expertise in conceptual estimating, quantity takeoffs, subcontractor pricing, and bid strategy development across commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
To support collaboration with leadership teams and project stakeholders, candidates must currently reside in one of the following metropolitan areas in the United States:
Dallas, Texas
Houston, Texas
Austin, Texas
Atlanta, Georgia
Jacksonville, Florida
Miami, Florida
Nashville, Tennessee
Charlotte, North Carolina
Phoenix, Arizona
Candidates outside of these locations will not be considered.
Lead the organization’s estimating and preconstruction strategy across all projects
Oversee development of conceptual, schematic, design development, and final cost estimates
Establish estimating standards, methodologies, and pricing benchmarks
Drive consistency and accuracy in all cost estimating processes
Align estimating strategies with business development and project acquisition goals
Lead preconstruction efforts from pursuit through project award
Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and project teams during design phases
Provide value engineering recommendations to optimize cost and constructability
Support feasibility studies and project budgeting efforts
Ensure seamless transition from estimating to project execution teams
Oversee preparation of detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analyses
Review subcontractor and vendor pricing for accuracy and competitiveness
Develop competitive bid strategies and pricing models
Ensure alignment between project scope, drawings, and estimates
Identify cost risks, gaps, and opportunities in project bids
Serve as key liaison during bidding and preconstruction phases
Present estimates and cost breakdowns to clients and executives
Participate in design meetings and project review sessions
Support business development and client acquisition efforts
Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors
Lead and mentor estimating managers, engineers, and coordinators
Build a high-performing estimating and preconstruction team
Establish training programs and development pathways
Conduct performance evaluations and ensure accountability
Foster collaboration between estimating, operations, and project teams
Identify cost risks and develop mitigation strategies early in project lifecycle
Lead value engineering workshops to optimize design and cost efficiency
Evaluate alternative materials, methods, and construction approaches
Support risk analysis for large-scale bids and proposals
Ensure pricing aligns with project execution realities
Oversee estimating software and tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Sage Estimating, PlanSwift, or similar)
Improve estimating workflows, databases, and historical cost tracking
Standardize estimating templates and reporting systems
Leverage data analytics to improve cost accuracy and forecasting
Support digital transformation of preconstruction processes
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field
10+ years of construction estimating or preconstruction experience
5+ years in senior leadership roles (Estimating Manager, Chief Estimator, or Director-level)
Strong expertise in commercial, industrial, or infrastructure estimating
Deep knowledge of construction means, methods, and cost structures
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills
Strong experience with estimating software and tools
Must currently reside in one of the approved locations listed above
Experience in design-build, EPC, or large general contracting environments
Background in multi-million or multi-billion-dollar project estimating
Strong vendor and subcontractor negotiation experience
Experience in healthcare, infrastructure, or large commercial construction
PMP, CCM, or industry certifications
Experience with BIM-based estimating or 5D cost modeling
Strong background in value engineering and lean construction practices
Experience supporting business development or pursuit teams
Accuracy of project cost estimates vs. actuals
Reduction in cost variance and estimating errors
Bid success rate (win/loss ratio)
Consistency of estimating methodologies
Profitability of awarded projects
Competitiveness of bid pricing
Margin accuracy and risk pricing effectiveness
Value engineering savings achieved
Turnaround time for estimates and bids
Efficiency of preconstruction workflows
Timeliness of deliverables during pursuit phase
Coordination effectiveness with design and operations teams
Performance and development of estimating team
Retention and growth of key estimating talent
Cross-functional collaboration effectiveness
Stakeholder satisfaction (internal and external)
Standardization of estimating systems and tools
Improvement in data-driven estimating practices
Adoption of digital estimating technologies
Reduction in manual estimating inefficiencies
Vice President of Construction / Preconstruction
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Executive Construction Leadership Team
Full-Time
On-site / hybrid leadership role (depending on organization)
Occasional travel for client meetings, site visits, and project pursuits
Participation in executive and preconstruction strategy meetings
Availability during active bid and pursuit cycles
Office-based leadership role with exposure to project sites
Fast-paced bidding and proposal-driven environment
High-visibility role influencing project acquisition and profitability
Collaboration with executives, clients, engineers, and field teams
Strong focus on accuracy, competitiveness, and strategic pricing
Opportunity to shape organizational estimating strategy and project success