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Preconstruction Estimator & BD Director

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Confidential

Las Vegas, NV (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 days ago (Updated 2 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/24/2026

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Preconstruction Estimator & BD Director - for a Union Commercial General Contractor in Las Vegas To succeed in this role, you must have a four-year degree in Construction Management or Construction Engineering, or at least 15 years of Strip union commercial construction experience, including a minimum of 8 years in preconstruction and estimating. Strong leadership expertise in preconstruction and estimating is essential, with experience managing projects ranging from $2M to $50M+. Must be able to build and lead a team You will be expected to excel as follows:
  • Support the development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction expertise including estimating, value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, project pursuits, and sales acumen.
  • Manage/facilitate in all project delivery methods and procurement strategies.
  • Manage/facilitate the planning and design phases on select building projects that will ultimately bring value to our customer and maximize our profit.
  • Communicate the value of preconstruction/design management services on project pursuits
  • Train and coach Estimating / Sales / Marketing staff
  • Maintain current accurate historical cost data and current market information
  • Maintain current data metrics - Win/Loss, subcontractor evaluations, unit cost analysis, etc.
  • Host post construction reviews and implement best practices to mitigate repetitive issues.
  • Create thorough and accurate lifecycle estimates - Conceptual, SD, DD and CD
  • Create thorough and accurate competitive bids
  • Develops contacts and quickly builds relationships with potential clients
  • Make effective and convincing formal sales presentations to prospective customers
  • Consistently achieves customer satisfaction
  • Assesses and promotes professional development for team members
  • Implements, and holds team accountable to company goals and initiatives
  • Assume primary responsibility for ongoing formal and informal training and mentoring design management, estimating, document quality and procurement skills.
  • Play a significant role in developing relationships with the Design and Development community and clients with an eye towards providing design/build level preconstruction services.
  • Create and manage a comprehensive preconstruction schedule, design from a detailed estimate, optimize building systems, embrace enhanced design and deliver well-coordinated design documents.
  • Accountable to review and validate project estimates created by the preconstruction team. Provide direction for understanding project scope, market pricing, and available resources
  • Accountable to host descope review and validate project estimates created by the preconstruction team. Provide direction for understanding project scope, market pricing, and available resources.
  • Ensure full project scope coverage and utilization of qualified subcontractors and vendors.
  • Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets of types. Capable of cost modeling using Uniformat II system costs.
  • Document project information in the company work breakdown structure for historical comparisons.
Required attributes:
  • Positive and effective communication abilities
  • Advanced knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, estimating, scheduling, cost control and material pricing
  • Effectively prioritizes and balances big picture and immediate responsibilities
  • Ability to listen effectively, value the opinions of others and acknowledge contributions of others
  • Ability to communicate and work well with others at all levels
  • Ability to train, manage and hold staff accountable to get results consistent with corporate plans
  • Thorough understanding of the design/build and integrated project delivery processes.
  • Thorough understanding of value design and budget control during the planning and design phases.
  • Thorough knowledge of the architectural, engineering, and construction processes
  • Strong personal presence; sales and presentation skills and interpersonal communication skills
  • Maintains balance of costs and aesthetic quality.
  • Estimating background with experience in conceptual estimating.
  • Values company culture and mission
  • Leads by example
  • Strives to "do the right thing" in all situations
  • Maintains the highest professional standards at all times
  • Values and maintains internal and external relationships at all levels
  • Displays good judgment and sound reasoning to reach effective decisions
  • Highly motivated and independent
  • Proven team player
  • Ethical and professional - setting a high standard for personal performance and behavior
  • Assertive and candid
  • Proven ability to manage teams successfully and profitably
Eligibility:
  • All positions require verification of employment eligibility to work in the U.S and background checks.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Minimum 15 years commercial construction experience and 8 years in regional union commercial preconstruction/estimating role
Compensation:
The base pay will vary based on factors such as the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is NOT a commission based position.
Benefit offering may include:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Retirement and Savings Benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
Long-term Disability Pay:
$1.00 - $1.50 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person