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About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast-track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential-related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

As a Preconstruction Cost Manager, you will be assisting in the development and management of the project financial strategy within the Preconstruction Phase. You will be working directly with the EVP of Preconstruction and Procurement Strategy, Project Executives and Preconstruction Group in monitoring preconstruction cost spends and developing staff, general conditions and general requirement monitors for our Project pursuits. You will be responsible for generating and maintaining reports that provide information to Preconstruction and Cost Controls leadership, work with the management team to identify variances, risks and maintain quality control processes to improve preconstruction cost procedures and ensuring conformity with management's strategy.

The Specifics of the Role

• Works with all preconstruction disciplines to ensure understanding of preconstruction budget targets.
• Review project documents and specifications to co-develop general conditions, general requirements and preconstruction plans for submission to bid to our clients.
• Update and reporting to management current preconstruction staff spend including project costs which are reimbursable to our clients under a preconstruction agreement.
• Works closely with the accounting department to ensure the correct integration of all information needed to ensure accuracy in billings, payment applications, change orders, direct cost, etc.
• Works closely with the project management team, executive management personnel, subcontractors, as well as occasional contact with clients.
• Responsible for cost engineering, cost estimation, cost analysis, and control activities for projects with significant non-routine requirements or for proposal estimating activities which require a moderate degree of technical skill and experience.
• Ensuring quality, accuracy, consistency, spend profile, performing change management, and transparency in all cost management deliverables.
• Take ownership of the cost control function and ensure integrity of the cost and forecast reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Construction Management, or related degree.
• 5-10 years of Project Cost experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of project development stages, procurement, project controls, and construction execution practices is required.
• Working knowledge of applicable computer software such as PMWeb or similar project portfolio management software, DataServ, Excel, JD Edwards, or related software programs.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Results oriented and deliver on customer commitments.
• PMP certification desirable.

Some Things You Should Know

• To serve our Clients in our Chicago or St. Louis office – some travel will be required
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders - Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $90,000 - $125,000 +/- annually (not adjusted for location).

About Incubation Capital Partners:

Incubation Capital Partners ("Incucap") is a growing capital advisory, investment, and executive search firm focused on working with and building next-generation real estate investment platforms. Founded in 2011, Incucap has developed an extensive track record of advising and investing in entrepreneurial real estate investment managers, leveraging its three verticals – Incucap Advisory, Incucap Search, and Incucap Ventures – to support manager growth initiatives across financial capital, human capital, and operational infrastructure. Since inception, Incucap has supported the launch of 10+ first-time real estate ventures and participated in the placement of over $9 billion of capital commitments into institutional real estate private equity funds, programmatic ventures, entity-level investments, and direct deals. Additionally, Incucap holds an ownership interest in approximately $600 million of AUM.

Incucap continues to experience significant growth, driven by strong demand for its customized services in an increasingly challenging market environment. As the firm expands, this role will play a critical part in sourcing, evaluating, and executing a growing pipeline of strategic opportunities.

Position Summary:

Incucap is seeking a Vice President primarily responsible for manager research, due diligence, and corresponding business development initiatives across the firm’s Advisory and Ventures verticals. The VP will participate in the sourcing and evaluation of managers and investment opportunities – including funds, portfolio recapitalizations, programmatic JVs, and principal investments – leading the underwriting and due diligence processes and playing an integral role in the go-to market strategy while engaging directly with senior leadership at external managers. Additionally, the candidate may support project management and/or distribution initiatives across Incucap verticals.

This opportunity offers high-touch exposure to Incucap’s expansive real estate private equity ecosystem, regular interaction with fund managers, operators, and institutional allocators, and will serve a critical role in Incucap’s growth initiatives.

Roles/Responsibilities:

• Support business development initiatives across verticals to support firm growth
• Lead a comprehensive qualitative and quantitative due diligence process, including assessment of investment strategy, track record, team, governance, and risk management; complete thorough analysis of investment opportunities, including evaluation of portfolios geared for recapitalization and direct investments
• Prepare internal investment committee materials, including underwriting memoranda and research reports; usher opportunities through internal screening and onboarding processes
• Work in conjunction with project management and distribution teams to support the go-to-market strategy and the creation of deliverables, including marketing decks, DDQs, investor due diligence questionnaires, underwriting models, and other ad hoc requests
• Analyze real estate market, sector, and geographic trends in the U.S. and internationally, integrating macro, capital markets, and sector-specific insights into manager evaluations and recommendations
• Maintain the firm’s business development pipeline and maintain relevant databases; support cross-sell initiatives between firm verticals
• Support the management and expansion of the firm's networking organizations - Real Estate Entrepreneurs & Leaders ("REEL") and the Chicago Real Estate Private Equity Network ("CREPE") - including the planning of and participation in local and national events with leading industry professionals

Skills / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) with a demonstrated record of academic achievement
• 6–10 years of relevant experience at a real estate investment management platform, operator, and/or limited partner allocator, such as an investment consultant, OCIO, pension, endowment, family office, or other institutional investor
• Demonstrated experience of manager evaluation and selection; asset-level underwriting / direct investment experience preferred
• Strong financial, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Entrepreneurial mindset with eagerness to take initiative; desire to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Title: Director of Land Acquisition

Location: Remote (Central U.S. strongly preferred – Chicago and Midwest ideal)

Full-Time | Real Estate Developer | Student Housing & Multifamily Development

Tiello is partnered with a nationally active real estate developer that has built a strong reputation delivering large-scale, institutional-quality residential communities across major university and high-growth markets throughout the United States. Known for its strategic growth, strong leadership, and active national pipeline, this firm is seeking a Director of Land Acquisition to play a critical role in sourcing and securing future development opportunities.

Position Overview:

They are actively seeking a Director of Land Acquisition with proven experience personally sourcing and originating land opportunities. This role is responsible for driving the front end of the development lifecycle, building acquisition pipelines, and leading early-stage deal execution across multiple national markets.

This position reports directly to executive leadership and includes oversight of internal analysts supporting underwriting, market research, and deal evaluation. This role is ideal for a relationship-driven professional who thrives in externally focused roles and has successfully sourced land that progressed through full development.

Project & Company Highlights:

• National development footprint across major university and high-growth markets
• Focused on multifamily developments
• Highly strategic role with direct impact on long-term company growth
• Opportunity to lead and mentor internal acquisition analysts
• Active pipeline with continued expansion into new geographic markets
• Remote structure with strong leadership collaboration

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and originate land acquisition opportunities across multiple national markets
• Develop relationships with landowners, brokers, universities, and industry partners
• Proactively pursue off-market acquisition opportunities
• Lead land acquisitions from initial sourcing through contract execution
• Direct underwriting, feasibility analysis, and deal evaluation with internal analysts
• Manage acquisition pipeline and prioritize strategic opportunities
• Collaborate closely with development leadership to transition projects into execution
• Mentor and lead a team of Land Acquisition Analysts

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in land acquisition, real estate development, or related field
• Proven track record of personally sourcing land acquisition opportunities
• Experience working through the full development lifecycle from acquisition through stabilization
• Strong relationship network with brokers, landowners, or industry stakeholders
• Experience mentoring or leading junior team members
• Ability to operate independently in a remote environment
• Student housing or multifamily development experience strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary ranging from $150,000 – $200,000, commensurate with experience
• Deal-based acquisition bonuses
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Long-term performance incentives
• Comprehensive healthcare, retirement, and PTO benefits
• Remote work flexibility with national travel

Tiello is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

EVP, Asset Management | REPE Firm | Chicago

We are working with an established, highly successful CRE investment firm (~$15B AUM) that is looking for an EVP of Asset Management to help oversee the operational/financial performance of the firm’s multibillion-dollar portfolio of diversified real estate holdings throughout the US - across asset classes; mainly Class A.

This candidate will also be handling general portfolio management, strategic planning, and investments, and will be regularly presenting performance improvement and transaction recommendations to the executive leadership team, and Investment Committee.

Our client is an industry leader that continues to raise capital, deploy capital, and outperform its peers year-over-year, and this would be an opportunity to be a part of that growth.

Experience:

• 15-20 years of direct asset management experience, working with a large CRE owner/operator, asset manager, or PE firm - deep/broad institutional exposure is a prerequisite
• Bachelor’s degree in RE, Finance, Accounting, or similar
• Experience implementing/overseeing strategy at both the property, and portfolio level, with the ability to identify opportunities for performance improvement
• Experience conducting deep financial and operational analysis for a CRE portfolio, against historical performance
• Experience taking part in transactions, interfacing with IR, and working at the fund-level

If this sounds like you, please apply, and/or reach out to Alex, at .

Tufco Flooring/TufPro Solutions

Sales Engineer

(Illinois)

What do we offer?

• Opportunity

o join high-character, unrelenting leaders who are rapidly driving scale in an exceptional

business and delight in winning with others.

o serve global food and beverage companies’ through earning the trust and respect of plant

managers, project engineers and food safety leaders.

o partner to solve complex problems via exceptional single-source integrated solutions.

• Impact

o expand our resinous flooring, sanitary drain, millwright, fabrication and rigging

opportunities in the single largest company market by identifying, connecting, and serving

partner global Food & Beverage companies.

o create food-safe environments, maximize facility run-time and deliver extraordinary

customer value through partnership with your fellow team members.

What is excellence for our Sales Engineer?

• Drive sustainable, high-margin revenue growth

o win WAY more than our fair share with target food and beverage brand customers

• Deliver undeniable customer value

o identify opportunities to solve complex customer problems with integrated, technically

sound, value-added solutions...insist on getting the details right

• Create long-term customer partnerships

o develop trust-based relationships with key influencers at our partner customers

• Partner to deliver team wins

o do whatever it takes to help the team win

How will we evaluate organizational fit?

• Lives our Values

o work hard

o win together

o no shortcuts

• Displays exceptional character and ability

o unwavering integrity

o partnership mindset

o outstanding talent

• Proven track record of achievement in technical sales

o acquired high-margin customers and drove sustainable growth

o delivered exceptional financial performance despite challenging circumstances

o built long-term, high-margin strategic customer partnerships

o partnered with team members to deliver technically sound, value-added solutions for

complex customer problems

Qualifications

A proven track record (2+ years) of consistently growing high-margin revenue through solving technically

complex problems, and developing long-term customer partnerships in industrial applications. Applicant

must be willing to work with team members to win together in resinous flooring, millwright, fabrication and

rigging services. background in serving the food and beverage industry is preferred.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and must be able to pass pre-

employment background, credit check and drug screening. TufPro Solutions maintains a drug-free and

tobacco-free workplace.

The Company

TufPro Solutions is the leading single-source integrated provider of high-value resinous flooring drain

solutions through our Tufco Flooring products coupled with millwright, fabrication and rigging services we

maximize facility run-time and enhance employee and food safety in industrial facilities. The Company

serves leading global-brand companies and has a longstanding reputation for quality, service and

reliability.

The Company has a long track record of significant growth and profitability. From our base in Hebron,

Kentucky (Greater Cincinnati), we are pursuing aggressive expansion:

• of our Tufco flooring and drain solutions business into existing and new industry verticals

throughout our 8-state region in the U.S. Midwest; and

• into additional infrastructure solutions businesses across the United States.

The Compensation

Compensation would be $95,000 in annual salary plus a quarterly performance bonus opportunity that

correlates with exceptional revenue and earnings growth. For extraordinary talent, we can offer a lifetime

of opportunity.

Business Development and Loss Solutions Executive

Blue Island, IL 60406

COMPANY BACKGROUND:

• One of the most trusted names in disaster restoration services with offices in Chicago’s South suburbs is seeking a self-motivated, energetic, persuasive individual to fill our Loss Consultant / Business Development position

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build, grow, and manage referral partnerships with plumbers and plumbing companies through a structured Plumbing Referral Program
• Respond promptly to fire, flood, and other property damage scenes
• Serve as the first point of contact for affected property owners by providing victim assistance in a calm, clear direction during high-stress situations
• Educate clients on restoration processes, timelines, safety considerations, and insurance expectations
• Generate and secure new business-to-business sales revenue
• Proactively sell Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) to commercial clients
• Attend networking events, trade shows, and industry meetings to build long-term relationships
• Track and follow up on referrals, leads, emergency losses, and commercial opportunities
• Maintain strong communication with internal teams to ensure smooth project handoffs
• Represents the company professionally in all client and partner interactions

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Proven experience generating referrals from plumbers, trades, or similar partners
• Comfortable and confident responding to emergency loss situations
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Experience in sales, restoration, or construction industries is a plus
• Ability to work independently without close supervision
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Empathy-driven approach when working with property owners in crisis

Education or Experience:

• Two-year college degree preferred
• Job or industry experience equivalent
• Sales background with proven success in referral or territory development

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Your talents will be rewarded with a competitive base annual salary of ($60,000–$70,000) plus commissions, based on your experience. Your employee benefit package offers medical (company subsidized), dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, 100% company-paid life insurance (up to $25,000) and accidental death & dismemberment (up to $25,000), 401k (3% of total salary), plus annual profit-sharing contribution, paid holidays, and Paid Time Off

WHY JOIN US?

• We believe that our people are our greatest asset. As a Sales Executive – Loss Consultant / Business Development Representative, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team and make an immediate impact on the growth of our business. With competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to build meaningful partnerships that shape our success, this is an exciting career path for the right individual

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

• If you're driven, strategic, and eager to be part of a fast-growing company, we’d enjoy hearing from you! Apply today by submitting your resume and cover letter

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.

req25-00284

Property Deployment Strategist

Location: Chicago; must be willing to travel (Approximately 30%)

Employment Type: Full Time Onsite

Position Summary

The Property Deployment Strategist plays a critical role in the successful deployment, adoption, and optimization of our self-guided touring solutions across multifamily communities. This role is primarily responsible for designing, building, and configuring self-guided tours, ensuring each property delivers a seamless, intuitive, and conversion-optimized prospect experience.

Working hands-on with our proprietary software and design tools such as Figma and Canva, the Property Deployment Strategist creates and deploys tours, conducts regular on-site property visits to walk communities and validate tour paths, collaborates with client teams, monitors early performance KPIs, and executes quality assurance to support long-term adoption by leasing staff and prospects.

Key Responsibilities

Client Onboarding & Tour Deployment

• Lead end-to-end onboarding for new communities, ensuring smooth system setup, CRM/data integrations, and feature activation.
• Design self-guided tours for multifamily properties using Figma and Canva, following established templates and brand guidelines.
• Build and configure tours within our proprietary platform, ensuring all required steps, checkpoints, and configurations are completed accurately prior to launch.
• Validate tour path logic on-site, confirming a seamless, intuitive, and branded prospect experience.
• Train client leasing teams, marketing staff, and leadership on platform functionality, messaging, and adoption best practices.
• Partner with client stakeholders to customize workflows and ensure alignment with community leasing goals.

Quality Assurance, Optimization & Reporting

• Conduct post-launch quality assurance testing of tours as built, validating flow, logic, and system reliability.
• Identify and correct configuration errors, incorporating client feedback and on-site observations.
• Track and report on key performance metrics, including time-to-launch, adoption rates, CSAT, first-tour success, and feature utilization.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to Client Success Manager to promote active conversions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to continuously refine the onboarding playbook based on lessons learned in the field.

Client Relationship & Collaboration

• Act as the primary onboarding liaison, building strong partnerships with client leadership and on-site teams.
• Partner with the Property Success Manager to help clients achieve maximum conversion potential by analyzing lead behavior, tour outcomes, and follow-up strategies within the first 45 days of deployment.
• Participate in onboarding check-ins, adoption reviews, and performance presentations to client stakeholders.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Success in this role is measured by:

• Implementation Efficiency: % of launches completed on time and error-free.
• Adoption Rates: % of on-site staff trained and % of features activated during onboarding.
• Client Satisfaction: CSAT scores following onboarding and QA visits.
• Conversion Potential: Prospect engagement and utilization metrics within first 45 days.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in frontline multifamily leasing preferred.
• 1+ client onboarding, training, project management or implementation preferred (real estate technology, SaaS, or multifamily housing).
• Proven ability to manage multiple client projects with tight timelines and high accountability.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting KPI dashboards and generating actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, travel-heavy role.

Employee Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401(k) + company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Competitive salary and performance-based discretionary bonus
• Growth opportunities in a high-growth startup

Why Join Us

• Play a pivotal role in revolutionizing the leasing journey for thousands of prospects.
• Collaborate with innovative property management leaders and forward-thinking technology teams.
• Career growth in a rapidly scaling prop tech environment.

Employment Contingencies

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available at this time).
• Employment contingent on background check and reference verification.
• Compliance with Illinois and New York employment laws regarding criminal history disclosure.

Project Engineer

Toro Construction Corp – General Contracting Division

Orland Park, IL | Full-Time (Onsite) | Entry-Level to Mid-Level

Position Summary

Toro Construction Corp is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our General Contracting Division. This individual will play a key role in supporting project management teams through all phases of construction and assisting with the estimating process for upcoming work. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and eager to grow within a dynamic and fast-paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of assigned projects and tasks, reporting directly to Project Managers or Division Leaders.
• Assist with bid preparation, including quantity takeoffs, subcontractor outreach, and proposal assembly under the direction of senior staff.
• Review and evaluate Change Order Requests for accuracy and scope alignment.
• Coordinate, track, and manage project submittals and RFIs to ensure timely response and project continuity.
• Communicate effectively with project teams and external partners regarding submittals, ASIs, RFIs, and other construction documentation.
• Schedule and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to keep projects on track.
• Perform basic quality control duties and assist in ensuring work performed meets specifications and standards.
• Support material procurement and documentation processes.
• Participate in job site meetings and assist with daily reporting and project tracking.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years of experience in construction project support or estimating preferred (internships considered).
• Strong understanding of construction documents and processes.
• Familiarity with construction software such as Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Communication: Speaks clearly and effectively; listens attentively; demonstrates professionalism in all interactions.
• Team Collaboration: Works well in team settings, welcomes feedback, and supports shared success.
• Problem-Solving: Identifies potential issues early and proposes effective solutions.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Initiative: Shows eagerness to learn, take on new challenges, and grow within the company.
• Dependability: Follows through on tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Professionalism: Maintains a positive attitude, respects others, and represents the company with integrity.

Why Join Toro Construction Corp?

At Toro, we believe in building more than just structures—we build careers. Our team is committed to integrity, craftsmanship, and collaboration. We invest in the growth and development of our staff, and this role is designed as a stepping stone toward becoming a future Project Manager or Estimator.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Health insurance options with company contributions
• Opportunities for advancement and continuing education

Apply Today

• If you’re ready to take the next step in your construction career and work with a company that values your contribution, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits found in job post

Medical insurance

Requirements added by the job poster

• Bachelor's Degree

• Can start immediately

• Working in an onsite setting

• Authorized to work in the United States

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

The Mechanical Preconstruction Manager will participate in all aspects of the preconstruction process for mechanical systems to develop accurate, detailed cost estimates, often based on conceptual or schematic designs with a focus on heavy/ advanced manufacturing, industrial and mission critical projects. This role is expected to interact with engineers, architects, consultants, owner’s representatives, subcontractors, suppliers, a multi-discipline estimating team, senior management, project supervision, and field personnel.

The Specifics of the Role

• Responsible for the collection and distribution of bid documentation relative to RFPs, and solicitation for bid requests using online platform (Autodesk Building Connected).
• Assist in gathering information to complete Bid Qualification and Criteria requirements.
• Attend pre-bid meetings to become familiar with unique project requirements and analyze existing site conditions to determine required scope that is not already indicated.
• Review and interpret project documents to determine job-specific material, equipment, and labor requirements for scope development.
• Prepare written scopes of work for subcontracts and suppliers and coordinate mechanical scopes with the work of other trades (e.g., civil, structural, architectural, electrical, etc.).
• Participate in pre-proposal design coordination meetings to support the development of pricing documents for conceptual estimates.
• Perform constructability analysis of project documents. Communicate design and constructability issues to the project team, while identifying risk elements and appropriate mitigation measures.
• Provide viable design alternatives and value engineering propositions with analysis supporting benefits to initial and life cycle cost, schedule, maintenance, etc.
• Perform quantity survey of mechanical systems and components using digitized software, and apply industry standard labor rates (e.g., MCAA, PHCC, etc.) to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor for conformance with proposal requirements; level scopes and identify low cost/ best value responses while capturing assumptions, rationale, inclusions, exclusions, etc.
• Prepare estimates used for bidding and budgeting purposes (including self-performed work); participate in internal estimate review process and assist with final recap of estimate for presentation to senior management.
• Support project management tasks, including budgeting, schedule development, interim design review, change order pricing, procurement, value engineering, and vendor selection based on proposal development.
• Coordinate with project teams to evaluate productivity for historical data and schedule/ cost forecasting purposes.
• Maintain and improve supplier and subcontractor database utilizing the company’s prequalification program.
• Supervise junior estimators, estimating assistants and/or Interns, providing training and support in a mentoring capacity and review work products for quality control.
• Assist in the organization and maintenance of estimating software material cost databases to ensure accurate costs are consistently utilized on bids; communicate data on construction and material cost trends affecting project costs to project teams.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in departmental processes, approach, and execution of estimating and preconstruction functions; assist in creating or adopting new tools to maximize productivity with the lowest attendant value of acceptable risk.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or other Engineering discipline, Construction Management, or related field, or a combination of education (including trade schools) and professional experience.
• 5-10 years of experience in preconstruction/estimating with a focus on mechanical systems (i.e., Fire Protection, HVAC, Plumbing, Piping).
• Exhibits inclusive leadership and teamwork behavior, and values diverse perspectives from team members.
• Demonstrated experience in the successful management of bidding process for conceptual estimates with a preferred emphasis on heavy/ advanced manufacturing, industrial and mission critical markets.
• Working knowledge of codes and standards applicable to the design and installation of mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of construction contract language and terms in addition to various contractual delivery methods (e.g., negotiated, hard bid, design assist, GMP, etc.)
• Possesses strong technical writing, math and computer skills with proficiency using standard office software applications such as Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to support estimating efforts.
• Proficiency using estimating software with a preference for Trimble products.

Some Things You Should Know

• Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $90,000 - $130,000 +/- annually (not adjusted for location).

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

As a Senior Preconstruction Engineer, you will drive the bidding process for construction projects by crafting precise conceptual and hard dollar estimates, developing proposals, and managing subcontractor bids. You will ensure the accuracy and completeness of all project documents, perform quantity take-offs, conduct constructability reviews, and implement value engineering analyses. Your contributions will be crucial in shaping departmental strategies and fostering continuous improvement.

The Specifics of the Role

• Proposal Preparation: Collaborate with the Preconstruction team to deliver accurate proposals across various business units, including Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, and Residential sectors.
• Quantity Take-Offs: Perform detailed quantity take-offs for specific scopes of work to support accurate estimating.
• Subcontractor Management: Oversee the solicitation process for subcontractor bids, build and nurture relationships with subcontractors, and maintain a comprehensive master list of subcontractors/vendors.
• Bid Evaluation: Prepare and analyze Bid Evaluation sheets to ensure competitive and fair bidding processes.
• Schedule and Conditions Review: Evaluate project schedules, assist in drafting General Conditions, and contribute to the final assembly of estimates for presentation to owners.
• Handoff and Support: Facilitate a seamless transition of estimates, bid information, drawings, and specifications to Project Management, and assist Project Managers with contract negotiations, change orders, and other project needs.
• Historical Data Management: Develop and maintain historical data on unit prices to inform future estimating and bidding processes.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years of estimating experience in commercial construction, with a strong track record in project bidding and management.
• Technical Skills: Deep understanding of building construction, materials, systems, and market conditions. Proficiency in estimating and quantity takeoff software.
• Software Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Analytical Skills: Strong conceptual abilities with a knack for working with limited information, and proven technical skills in mathematical calculations.
• Meeting Experience: Experience participating in Preconstruction meetings and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Some Things You Should Know

• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $80,000 - $90,000 +/- annually (not adjusted for location).