Preconstruction Manager / Estimator

Preconstruction Manager / Estimator
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Salary Range: $100,000 to $130,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Job Type: Full-Time | Exempt | In-Person
POSITION SUMMARY
The Preconstruction Manager/Estimator leads and assists with preconstruction efforts on public sector projects, including K through 12, higher education, and civic/municipal projects delivered via progressive design build, lease leaseback, and CM at Risk. Reporting to the Director of Preconstruction, this role owns project scoping and cost estimating from early concept through construction documents, partners directly with design teams, owners, and subcontractors, and carries projects through GMP development and subcontractor buyout. This is a client facing role requiring polished communication, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple pursuits and active preconstruction assignments at once. Success in this role depends on close teamwork and a servant leadership mindset applied to every interaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead estimating from conceptual design through construction documents (SD, DD, CD), including detailed scopes, quantities, and unit pricing.
Develop project budgets, cost models, and GMP proposals for progressive design-build, lease-leaseback, and CM at Risk projects.
Solicit, evaluate, negotiate, and manage subcontractor bids through buyout and award.
Collaborate with owners, design teams, and internal staff to align project scope, budget, and schedule.
Identify project risks and support constructability reviews, value engineering, and mitigation strategies.
Monitor preconstruction schedules, design milestones, and procurement activities.
Prepare and present estimates, GMP packages, and project updates to clients and leadership.
Maintain accurate estimating records and project documentation using CORE systems.
Support project pursuits, proposals, and interviews while ensuring compliance with Nevada public contracting and prevailing wage requirements..
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 2 years, preferably 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in construction estimating and/or preconstruction management with a general contractor, construction manager, or design build firm
Demonstrated experience scoping and estimating projects from concept/schematic design through construction documents
Direct experience with progressive design build, and/or CM at Risk delivery, including GMP development
Experience estimating Nevada public sector work, including K through 12, higher education, and/or civic/municipal, strongly preferred
Proven ability to develop detailed, trade specific scope and unit rate pricing, and to solicit, review, and negotiate subcontractor bids through buyout
Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable presenting cost information to clients and design teams
Working knowledge of Nevada public contract law and prevailing wage requirements
Proficiency with standard estimating and project tools (Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Project, Excel); experience with Destini (Beck Technology) is highly desired but not required
Valid Nevada driver’s license and the ability to travel as needed within Southern Nevada
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience will be considered
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Primarily an in-office role based at CORE’s Las Vegas, NV office; this is not a remote position
Occasional site visits to active project sites and design meetings; may require walking active construction sites, climbing stairs/ladders, and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Prolonged periods sitting/standing at a desk and working at a computer
Occasional local and regional travel, including day trips and occasional overnight travel to support rural NV projects and/or continuing education opportunities
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Benefits Options include: Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life and disability insurance
Additional Benefits Paid time off, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, CCG Perks; Employee Assistance Program, Basic Life and Long-term disability at no charge to employee
Retirement 401(k) retirement plan with company match options
Equipment Company provided cell phone or monthly cell reimbursement, laptop, and all necessary hardware, software, and job related tools
Travel Costs Gas covered for work related travel; no company vehicle is provided
Work Arrangement Full time, in office. This position does not offer remote work.
Bonus Eligible for a discretionary year end bonus
CORE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.