Director of Preconstruction & Estimating
Michael Page, Beltsville, MD, United States
Director Of Estimating
The Director of Estimating will be responsible for: Leading all preconstruction and estimating activities from conceptual budgets through final proposals. Developing accurate cost estimates across CSI Divisions 2-16, with a strong focus on MEP and interior renovation scopes. Managing, mentoring, and developing a team of four estimators, fostering collaborating and professional growth. Setting and executing estimating strategies to ensure competitive, well-aligned bids. Partnering closely with project managers and design teams on budgeting, value engineering, and constructability reviews. Overseeing estimates for projects including cooling towers, chiller replacements, generator upgrades, an exterior renovations. Reporting directly to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with business goals and pipeline strategy. The successful Director of Estimating should have: 10+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating. Proven expertise in preconstruction, conceptual budgeting, and detailed estimates. Strong working knowledge of CSI Divisions 2-16 and complex MEP systems. Demonstrated leadership experience managing and mentoring estimating teams. Proficiency with BuildingConnected, Bluebeam, and Excel. Ability to work primarily in-office in Beltsville, MD, with flexible hours. The Director of Estimating will receive: Competitive base salary plus discretionary bonus. Chance to lead a stable, experienced team in a low-turnover, people-centric environment. Comprehensive benefits package including strong healthcare and retirement contributions. Long-term growth opportunity within a company expanding its project size and national reach. Opportunity to work with a respected company in the construction industry. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today to join this exciting opportunity!
The Director of Estimating will be responsible for: Leading all preconstruction and estimating activities from conceptual budgets through final proposals. Developing accurate cost estimates across CSI Divisions 2-16, with a strong focus on MEP and interior renovation scopes. Managing, mentoring, and developing a team of four estimators, fostering collaborating and professional growth. Setting and executing estimating strategies to ensure competitive, well-aligned bids. Partnering closely with project managers and design teams on budgeting, value engineering, and constructability reviews. Overseeing estimates for projects including cooling towers, chiller replacements, generator upgrades, an exterior renovations. Reporting directly to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with business goals and pipeline strategy. The successful Director of Estimating should have: 10+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating. Proven expertise in preconstruction, conceptual budgeting, and detailed estimates. Strong working knowledge of CSI Divisions 2-16 and complex MEP systems. Demonstrated leadership experience managing and mentoring estimating teams. Proficiency with BuildingConnected, Bluebeam, and Excel. Ability to work primarily in-office in Beltsville, MD, with flexible hours. The Director of Estimating will receive: Competitive base salary plus discretionary bonus. Chance to lead a stable, experienced team in a low-turnover, people-centric environment. Comprehensive benefits package including strong healthcare and retirement contributions. Long-term growth opportunity within a company expanding its project size and national reach. Opportunity to work with a respected company in the construction industry. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today to join this exciting opportunity!