Preconstruction Manager/Estimator

Preconstruction Manager/Estimator

Salary: $75,000 to $100,000 per year based on experience

Full-time position based in Alamosa, CO; travel rarely required

Mon – Fri, 7 AM to 5 PM

Position Summary: A Preconstruction Manager/Estimator with Alcon Construction will lead the preconstruction services as well as early-stage project planning and estimating. They will provide high-level and detailed budgets, and create the final bid day solution as a key member of our team. Projects include Design Build, Design/Bid/Build or CMGC. An ideal candidate has a vast understanding of building practices and the ability to incorporate those practices into the estimate, has the ability to understand a complete set of construction documents and to see beyond the documents, and has a complete understanding of dollars per unit cost. This person is responsible for ensuring all bid requirements and related deadlines are met. We are looking for a team player that matches our culture and core values and wants to grow their career with us.

Objectives and Competencies: Typical duties of our Preconstruction Manager/Estimator and competencies include the following:

 Identify potential projects for bidding through multiple sources

 Review and understand project requirements and customer needs

 Prepare take-offs, create accurate scopes of work, qualify subs, solicit bids, and analyze proposals

 Obtain multiple bids for each scope of work

 Create high-level, detailed, and accurate budgets for proposals

 Achieve bid-hit-win ratios

 Uphold a professional representation of Alcon to subcontractors and clients

 Schedule and lead hand-off meetings for bids won

 Create detailed budgets for all projects under contract

 Value engineers projects to provide insightful and impactful cost-saving recommendations

 Develop historical cost data and updates on a quarterly basis

 Develop preliminary project schedules to establish clear timelines

 Create and maintain preconstruction schedules while leading effective precon meetings

 Anticipates potential challenges such as long lead times, constructability concerns, design errors and omissions and appropriately mitigates risks before construction begins

 Understand how to enhance profitability on negotiated cost-plus projects

 Reviews final completed job costs compared to bid estimates with PMs

 Ability to quickly analyze and compare detailed information for inadequacies

 Strong attention to detail

 Extremely accurate

 Excellent communication skills

 Able to manage a fast-paced workload

 Experience in multiple construction divisions

Education and Experience: A minimum of 3 years commercial construction estimating experience and leading preconstruction efforts is required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word, and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements: This individual will be required to perform desk-required functions for most of the day. Sitting, bending, walking, standing, reaching and filing are required. Travel to visit potential job sites is required. You must be able to lift at least 25 lbs., sit in a vehicle for an extended period and visit construction sites.

Employee Benefits:

 Paid time off

 Paid holidays

 Medical, dental & vision insurance

 Supplemental policies like accident, disability, and life insurance

 401(k) with company match

 Bonuses are discretionary

Our Mission: Alcon Construction is a leader in providing exceptional construction services. We focus on making our customer’s vision a reality, establishing lasting relationships, providing excellent employment opportunities, and positively impacting the future of our communities. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment background check and drug screen. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Post Date: 3/10/25

Close Date: 7/10/25 (or sooner if position filled)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000 - $100,000