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Preconstruction & Estimating Manager-General Construction

Kimmel & Associates

Birmingham, AL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$140,000–$170,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Banking Services, Best Practices, Bid Analysis, Budgeting, Commercial Construction, Construction, Construction Estimates, Cost Estimates, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Device Drivers, Financial Trend Analysis, Healthcare, Leadership, Market Trend Analysis, Network Operations Center, Operations Management, Pricing, Product Pricing, Profit & Loss, Project Execution, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Schematics, Strategic Planning, Trend Analysis, Value Engineering, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
Birmingham, AL
POSTED
1 day ago
About the Company

Based in Birmingham, AL, the company is a rapidly growing general contractor with a reputation for innovation, quality, and client-focused project delivery. Their diverse portfolio includes mission-critical and commercial projects such as data centers, healthcare facilities, financial institutions, and other large-scale commercial developments.

About the Position

The company is seeking a strategic and results-driven Preconstruction & Estimating Manager to lead preconstruction efforts across assigned programs and projects in their Birmingham office. This role plays a critical part in the company's success by developing pricing strategies, preparing accurate cost estimates, engaging with clients, and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure competitive and scalable project delivery.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of construction estimating, preconstruction planning, and client collaboration while maintaining a proactive approach to risk management, budgeting, and project execution.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead all preconstruction activities for assigned projects and programs.
  • Develop detailed conceptual, schematic, design development, and final construction estimates.
  • Establish pricing strategies that support project competitiveness and profitability.
  • Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams throughout the preconstruction process.
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, schedules, and project requirements to develop comprehensive cost estimates.
  • Manage subcontractor and vendor solicitation efforts, including bid evaluation and scope analysis.
  • Identify project risks, cost drivers, and value engineering opportunities.
  • Support project pursuits, proposals, presentations, and client interviews.
  • Coordinate closely with operations, project management, and executive leadership teams to ensure seamless project transitions.
  • Maintain knowledge of market conditions, labor trends, material pricing, and industry best practices.
Requirements
  • Minimum of 3-10 years of relevant preconstruction and estimating experience within the construction industry.
  • Proven experience preparing and managing estimates for commercial construction projects.
  • Experience with project types including:
    • Data Centers
    • Healthcare Facilities
    • Banking/Financial Institutions
    • Commercial Construction Projects
  • Strong understanding of construction means and methods, budgeting, scheduling, and procurement.
  • Construction-related degree preferred but not required.
  • Equivalent industry experience will be strongly considered.
  • Must be in or able to relocate to the Birmingham area
Benefits
  • Base Salary: $140,000 - $170,000
  • Performance-Based Bonus Opportunity
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
  • Opportunity to join a rapidly growing organization with strong career advancement potential
  • Exposure to high-profile projects across a multi-state region

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