Chief Estimator — Preconstruction

Job overview

The Chief Estimator role is onsite in Opa-locka, FL. Compensation is not specified. Thornton Construction Company is a construction management firm specializing in institutional, commercial, and residential projects, including new construction and renovations. The role leads preconstruction estimating across project phases, developing accurate cost models and competitive bids that support project planning and company profitability. It manages estimating staff and coordinates with project managers, clients, owners, architects, and subcontractors to assess scope, costs, and risks.

What you'll do

• Oversee preconstruction and estimating staff
• prepare and review estimates across conceptual, schematic, and GMP phases
• manage workloads and deadlines
• develop cost models and cost-history data
• support project qualification, solicitation, and pricing
• identify and mitigate bid risks
• maintain preconstruction documentation
• develop staff and stakeholder relationships.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

chief estimator

preconstruction

construction estimating

cost models

project bids

gmp

renovation projects

opa-locka fl

thornton construction company

estimating leadership

cost management

construction management

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requires a relevant bachelor's degree, at least 15 years of estimating experience, and at least five years as a Preconstruction Director or Chief Estimator in a general contractor setting supervising teams of at least eight.

About the employer

Thornton Construction Company is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Sector: 23.