Preconstruction Manager/ Estimator

Job Title: Pre-Construction Manager / Estimator - Multifamily & Mixed-Use Location: Tarrytown, NY (Greater NYC / Hudson Valley Area) Salary Range: $140K-$175K Employment Type: Full-time, exempt Reports To: Director of Pre-Construction or VP of Development Company Overview Our client, a fast-growing developer of multifamily and mixed-use properties in the New York region, is seeking a high-caliber Pre-Construction Manager/Estimator to join their in-house development team and support a robust pipeline of projects. Role Summary The Pre-Construction Manager will lead the early phases of the client's multifamily/mixed-use development projects - conceptual budgeting, cost estimating, scheduling, procurement strategy, and constructability review - to ensure the projects meet cost, schedule and quality targets. Key Responsibilities Develop preliminary and detailed cost estimates (conceptual, schematic, design-development, construction documents) for the client's multifamily/mixed-use development projects. Build and maintain project budgets and cost models, including quantity take-offs, unit cost metrics, escalation assumptions and contingency logic. Create preliminary project schedules (major milestones, critical path, procurement/long-lead items) and align schedule assumptions with cost models. Conduct constructability reviews and value engineering: review drawings/specifications, interface with design/architecture/engineers, identify cost/schedule risks and opportunities. Solicit, review and manage trade contractor bids and supplier pricing, prepare bid-tabs and make award recommendations. Develop procurement/purchasing strategy for long-lead items, equipment and materials specific to multifamily/mixed-use (e.g., elevators, façade systems, amenity fit-out). Coordinate with the client's development, design and construction teams to ensure seamless hand-off from preconstruction into construction execution. Present estimate, budget, schedule and procurement strategy to senior leadership; highlight risks, assumptions and variance exposures. Maintain historical cost databases and lessons-learned logs to continuously improve accuracy of future estimates and models. Monitor local NY/NJ market cost trends (labor, materials, regulation/permit changes), building codes and zoning impacts for multifamily/mixed-use. Build and maintain strong relationships with design teams, trade partners, vendors, and other stakeholders. Required Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture or related field (or proven equivalent experience). Minimum 8-10 years of experience in pre-construction, estimating or pre-con roles - preferably with multifamily and/or mixed-use development experience. Proven track record of cost estimating for multifamily or mixed-use projects (residential retail/amenity/parking). Strong proficiency with estimating tools and take-off software (e.g., On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, Bluebeam) plus Excel modelling skills. Demonstrated ability to build preliminary schedules, align cost and schedule assumptions, and integrate procurement strategy into the model. Excellent analytical, problem-solving and quantitative skills - able to assess risk, apply contingency logic and manage complexity. Outstanding communication skills - able to present cost/schedule/budget information clearly to senior leadership, architects/engineers and trade partners. Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, systems (especially residential finishes, façade/envelope, MEP fit-out, podium structures) in the NY/NJ market. Experience with solicitation and evaluation of trade/subcontractor bids, vendor qualification, procurement strategy for long-lead items. Strong organizational ability, able to manage multiple projects/phases concurrently, work under tight deadlines. Familiarity with NY/NJ building codes, zoning/regulation issues, and market cost drivers. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel occasionally to job sites within the region. Preferred / Nice-to-Have Master's or advanced certification in construction management or estimating. Professional certifications (e.g., Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA), PMP). Experience with BIM/3D model quantity take-off and coordination. Experience with mixed-use developments (residential retail office/parking) or podium construction. Prior experience working on development-side (rather than only GC side) role, familiar with a developer mindset (cost-control, schedule constraints, value engineering). Proficiency with scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) and construction management platforms (e.g., Procore). What the Client Offers Competitive base salary plus bonus/incentive structure tied to project performance. Full benefits: medical/dental/vision, 401K with company match, paid time off, holidays. Professional development opportunities and growth potential within a highly active development pipeline. Opportunity to join a collaborative team working on high-profile multifamily/mixed-use projects in the NY/NJ metro area. Hybrid work policy (office in/near Tarrytown, with site visits as needed) and supportive culture. Location & Travel Based in Tarrytown, NY with projects primarily in the greater New York / Hudson Valley / New Jersey region. Occasional site visits and travel required.