Preconstruction Manager / Senior Estimator

Williams Company is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager / Senior Estimator to become part of the team in our Tampa office.  Must have minimum 7 years experience with a commercial General Contractor / Construction Management firm and be familiar with the Florida marketplace.  Williams Company offers excellent pay and benefits, and is Employee-Owned. 

• Preconstruction Manager is responsible for all preconstruction services ranging from conceptual estimates & budgets to preparation of comprehensive GMP and hard-bid proposals.
•  Must be able to lead and manage the entire preconstruction process on both a negotiated GMP and a hard-bid estimate.  
• The Preconstruction Manager is also involved in developing & maintaining relationships with Clients, Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors / Suppliers, proposal development and project presentations,  and supporting business development efforts.
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• Successful candidates must have previous experience estimating commercial construction projects.  They must have the ability to read plans & specifications and need a thorough understanding of commercial construction processes, techniques, and systems.  
• Successful candidates will be assigned to estimate projects such as assisted living, retail, educational, office, warehouse, and other fast-track commercial construction projects.  
• If you meet our qualifications, we will contact you.  Previous work experience and job/skill qualifications will be verified as well as previous employment references.  
• This position is located in Tampa, Florida.  Williams Company is a Drug Free workplace.  We are an equal opportunity employer.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Minimum 7 years experience with a commercial General Contractor / Construction Management firm
• Knowledge of Florida construction market(s)- preferrably Tampa Bay 
• Significant experience in Educational, Assisted-Living, and/or Retail Construction Projects
• Experience in all aspects of preconstruction- conceptual & schematic budgeting, design development budgeting, quantity surveys and take-offs, etc.
• Experience in CM-at-Risk and Design-Build delivery methods
• Proficient in use of computers, technology, and estimating software
• Excellent communication skills- written and verbal
• Organized, Motivated, and Team-Player