Are you a numbers expert who speaks the language of architecture? Forget the "back-office" grind. We are partnering with an award-winning, employee-owned architectural firm to find a Pre-Construction Estimator/Cost Manager who wants a seat on the design team.
This role isn't just about spreadsheets; it's about turning dreams into reality. You'll be embedded in the creative process from day one and be the bridge between concept and fiscal feasibility.
You will provide immediate feedback on architectural forms and materials throughout the design process.
You'll conduct high-level cost-benefit analyses to ensure the design integrity stays intact while budgets stay on track.
You will lead collaborative design conversations and present the narrative behind the numbers to key stakeholders.
Our client values creative and practical expertise over just a degree. If you can visualize a building's assembly from an incomplete drawing, we want to talk to you.
Six to ten years in pre-construction or estimating (Design-Build or At-Risk experience is a major plus).
Mastery of Bluebeam Revu and advanced Excel modeling is expected.
Our client needs someone to be proactive and solution-oriented, navigating the balance between architectural ambition and project reality with ease.
Join an employee-owned firm where your contributions directly impact the company's success-and your own. This is a fast-paced, collaborative environment for a professional who is tired of being an afterthought and ready to be a pivotal design partner.
Ready to build something extraordinary? Let's talk.
location: GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan
job type: Permanent
salary: $100,000 - 110,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs for accurate cost estimates.
- Build and maintain cost databases using historical $/SF benchmarks, labor rates, and vendor pricing.
- Analyze subcontractor proposals and ensure alignment with project scope, schedule, and risk.
- Prepare and present conceptual estimates and budgets for internal planning and client use.
- Support schematic and design development phases by advising teams on cost alignment.
- Lead internal estimating meetings to review assumptions, validate inputs, and assess risk.
- Identify and recommend value engineering options to improve cost-efficiency and constructability.
- Maintain detailed records of estimates, bid clarifications, subcontractor quotes, and cost decisions.
- Serve as the cost estimating lead for mid-sized projects, supporting Project Managers and Design Leads.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Minimum 6 years of experience
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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