Estimator

The Preconstruction Estimator is responsible for developing accurate and strategic project budgets while supporting a highly collaborative preconstruction process. This role plays a key part in identifying risks and opportunities driving value and ensuring a seamless transition from preconstruction to operations.

Estimating & Preconstruction Execution

• Utilize and coordinate resources efficiently and effectively across multiple projects
• Provide accurate conceptual budgets and detailed estimates across all project phases
• Develop comprehensive scopes of work based on contract documents
• Identify potential scope gaps overlaps and inconsistencies
• Interpret and apply project-specific General Conditions (GCs) and General Requirements (GRs)

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate proactively with internal and external project teams to gather feedback and validate assumptions
• Participate in client presentations interviews and proposal preparation
• Provide clear and organized proposal deliverables when required
• Finalize and deliver a thorough and accurate turnover package to operations teams

Risk Management & Strategy

• Identify and manage project risks and opportunities throughout the preconstruction process
• Develop track and manage budget tracking reports
• Identify track and implement early release and procurement strategies

Subcontractor & Market Engagement

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with a diverse pool of subcontractors and vendors
• Support competitive bidding and ensure thorough bid coverage

Continuous Improvement & Leadership

• Improve and refine existing estimating processes tools and technologies
• Mentor and support the development of junior team members
• Actively contribute to a culture of learning and continuous improvement

• Working knowledge of construction estimating concepts and cost analysis.
• Ability to review construction drawings specifications and project documentation.
• Ability to perform quantity takeoffs and develop project cost estimates.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to construction projects.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple estimating tasks and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills when working with project teams and subcontractors.
• Proficiency with estimating specific software and Microsoft Office applications (Excel Word Outlook) or similar software.

• Minimum 3-6 years of experience in construction estimating or preconstruction
• Strong understanding of construction documents methods and sequencing
• Excellent verbal written visual and virtual communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) Microsoft Project On-Screen Takeoff (OST) and Bluebeam
• Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Demonstrate accountability ownership and integrity in all aspects of work
• Collaborate openly and respectfully with teammates partners and clients
• Strive for continuous improvement and innovation
• Contribute to a positive team-first culture
• Deliver an exceptional experienceevery project every time
• Think outside the box and challenge the status quo.

Columbia Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Columbia does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters staffing agencies or any other third parties. Any resumes submitted to Columbia or its employees without an agreement in place will be considered the property of Columbia and the company will not be responsible for any associated fees or placement costs. Third-party vendors interested in working with Columbia must contact to be considered for an approved vendor approved vendors must submit candidates directly to Talent Acquisition. Submissions sent to hiring managers or any employee outside of Columbia Talent Acquisition will not be recognized and may disqualify the agency from future partnership consideration. Columbia Construction is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. A candidates salary is determined by various factors including but not limited to relevant work experience skills and certifications. We evaluate compensation decisions on a case-by-case basis.