Senior Pre-Construction Estimator

Crawford Hoying

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Columbus, OH Until 9/30/2026 7+ years exp First posted August 1, 2026 Last posted August 1, 2026
Job description

Senior Pre-Construction Estimator

Summary

The Senior Estimator provides full-time support to the Vice President of Pre-Construction. The Senior Estimator frequently interacting with clients and contractors. This role assists management in preparing work to be estimated, gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and other related documents. Identifying labor, materials, and time requirements for projects, attend bid meetings, owner meetings, and other meetings with stakeholders and work alongside of the estimating team to prepare budgets in a timely manner.

Benefits

Medical insurance (employee premium covered by employer)

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job Responsibilities (responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following)

Prepare work to be estimated. Gather proposals, blueprints, specifications, and other related documents

Identify labor, materials, and time requirements for projects

Attend bid meetings, owner meetings, and other meetings with stakeholders

Work directly with (Senior Estimator) to generate estimates for small and large projects

Communicate and interact with sub-contractors and component suppliers

Keeps abreast of latest trends of the Construction industry

Maintain a high degree of integrity and loyalty toward the company and customers

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering, or a related field, or 7 to 10 years equivalent experience

Must be able to review plans and evaluate drawings quickly and accurately

Familiarity with local jurisdictions, codes, and review processes a plus

Valid Driver’s License

Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities

Ability to give clear directions and respond to inquiries

Exceptional customer service skills

Physical Requirements

The Estimator physical condition must be sufficient for the consistent and successful completion of the responsibilities defined for this position. This position frequently requires standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

About this role

Summary

Prepare project estimates, review plans, and coordinate with stakeholders in construction.

Job title

Senior Pre-Construction Estimator

Experience level

7-10 years or related experience

Minimum experience

7+ years exp

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Columbus, OH; remote work not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

blueprintsproject budgetscommunicationproblem-solving

Preferred skills

construction managementfamiliarity with codescustomer service

Specializations

construction managementestimatingblueprintsproject budgetsstakeholder communication
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Columbus, OH, USA

Work arrangement unknown City