Pre-construction Manager/ Estimator

About the Company

The Axel Group is seeking a Preconstruction Manager / Estimator to join an established, highly regarded general contractor in Brooklyn, NY. Known for its impressive portfolio of ground-up construction, luxury high-rise, multifamily, and affordable housing projects throughout the NYC market, this company has built a strong reputation for delivering quality projects and maintaining lasting relationships throughout the industry. With a robust pipeline of work, continued growth, and a commitment to attracting top talent, this is an exceptional opportunity to join a sophisticated construction team that truly values its employees. The company offers a highly competitive compensation package, including a strong base salary, substantial performance-based bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits coverage. This is an opportunity to work on high-profile projects, take ownership of meaningful preconstruction responsibilities, and grow alongside a team that offers both professional challenge and long-term opportunity.

About the Role

The Preconstruction Manager / Estimator will play an integral role in developing accurate budgets, competitive bids, and comprehensive project proposals. This position will work closely with subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and internal project teams to evaluate project costs, identify value engineering opportunities, and support successful project planning. Candidates with commercial construction, general contracting, estimating, or preconstruction experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support preconstruction efforts from initial project planning through final bid submission.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, quantity takeoffs, and bid packages for ground-up construction projects.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents to identify project requirements, potential risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and internal project teams to obtain pricing and ensure accurate estimates.
• Analyze subcontractor bids, compare pricing, and identify scope gaps, discrepancies, and value engineering opportunities.
• Assist with conceptual estimating, budgeting, feasibility studies, and cost analysis throughout the design process.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and industry partners.
• Collaborate with project management and operations teams to ensure a smooth transition from preconstruction to construction.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction estimating, preconstruction, or related commercial construction roles.
• Experience with a general contractor, construction manager, or similar construction organization preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, building systems, and construction methods.
• Background in ground-up construction, multifamily, high-rise, residential, or commercial projects is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with estimating software and construction technology is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with conceptual estimating, value engineering, and cost analysis.
• Familiarity with estimating and preconstruction software.
• Experience coordinating with subcontractors, architects, engineers, and project management teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Attractive bonus structure.
• Strong benefits package.

Work Environment

• Brooklyn-based office environment.
• Collaborative team setting with experienced construction and preconstruction professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects throughout the NYC market.

What's Offered

• Opportunity to join a well-established NYC general contractor.
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities.
• Opportunity to take ownership of meaningful preconstruction responsibilities and contribute to the continued growth of the company.