Pre-Construction Manager Estimator
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Construction
Estimator, Civil Engineering -
Engineering
Estimator, Civil Engineering
Pirtle Construction Company Pre-Construction Manager Estimator
500 W. Cypress Creek Rd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Pirtle is known as one of Florida’s premier builders, with over $250 million in yearly revenue. The company specializes in constructing public facilities, including schools, public safety, municipal projects, along with private/commercial development. Since 1968, Pirtle Construction has been committed to delivering excellence from concept to completion.
Pirtle Construction Company has earned a distinct reputation for providing exceptional client service while constructing high-quality buildings, and our Team is an integral part of our success. We strive to reward our employees by creating an environment that promotes professional and personal growth, along with the satisfaction that they are part of a Team of highly respected construction professionals. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and benefits in a company that cares about its people.
We look forward to seeing if you have what it takes to join the Pirtle Team.
The ideal candidate has expertise in construction methods and means, project scheduling, cost control, and engineering principles. You’ll be responsible for gathering, analyzing, and scoping subcontractor bids, aligning them to project requirements, and compiling comprehensive, competitive proposals.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Prepare detailed cost estimates from conceptual through final design.
- Evaluate project drawings, specifications, and other documentation.
- Solicit, analyze, and scope subcontractor and supplier pricing.
- Coordinate and lead preconstruction meetings with project stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness of bids under tight deadlines.
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions.
- Oversee the review, analysis, and selection of all subcontractor and vendor proposal solicitations and quotation selection
- Participate in the successful project development of a procurement plan and secure all major material purchases and subcontractor agreements
- Formulate all indirect project costs: staffing, project schedules, on-site facilities, support costs, with schedule development
- Proven experience in estimating for commercial construction.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and sequencing.
- Ability to interpret plans and specifications with precision.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
The position offers a highly competitive wage and benefits package, with a salary commensurate with experience and level of knowledge. This role provides strong growth potential, a stable workload with long-term project visibility, and a collaborative team environment.
Pirtle Construction is proud to share company ownership with its employees through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), where each employee becomes a part-owner and shares in the company’s financial success.
“Pirtle Construction is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.”
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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