Preconstruction Manager

Description

The Pre-Construction Manager leads the planning and budgeting phases of assigned projects, guiding design teams through programmatic, schematic, design development, and construction documentation. This role requires strong professional communication and collaboration with municipal agencies, owners, developers, architects, designers, and subcontractors. The Pre-Construction Manager works to develop, update, and validate project budgets and historical cost data.

• Assist with the preparation of RFQs/RFPs, scope-of-work packages, and bid documents.
• Develop and manage preconstruction schedules.
• Manage estimates, budget development, risk analysis, and client communication throughout all preconstruction phases.
• Support subcontractor buyout and award processes across multiple project delivery methods.
• Oversee monthly billings and ensure compliance with cost procedures during preconstruction.
• Prepare and refine quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and cost analyses in collaboration with the Chief Estimator.
• Work jointly with the Chief Estimator, architects, clients, and vendors to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Manage and facilitate value engineering and value-management sessions for all assigned projects.
• Maintain and update master scope-of-work templates for all subcontract bid categories.
• Bid Management: BuildingConnected or similar procurement platforms.
• Accurately present job costs, schedule updates, and budget adjustments at defined intervals.
• Collaborate with owners/developers to secure required building permits and ensure compliance with local codes.
• Ensure strict adherence to design parameters by obtaining and reviewing plans and related documentation.
• Uphold and promote the company’s core values, contributing positively to organizational culture.
• Upload, organize, and maintain bid documentation using internal and external procurement platforms.
• Lead internal team meetings, design progress discussions, and budget review sessions.
• Maintain and update historical cost databases and project estimate records.

Requirements

• Must pass a criminal background check
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Proven ability to produce conceptual and schematic budgets ranging from $5M–$50M.
• Effective dispute resolution skills with the ability to reach timely, mutually satisfactory outcomes.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in public/private commercial construction, development, or estimating.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Building Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred, but not required.
• Estimating software: Destini, Planswift, Onscreen or other similar takeoff software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across diverse project teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners, including design teams and vendors.
• Strong fluency in reading plans, interpreting specifications, and navigating project documentation.
• Document Management & Collaboration: Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Sheets, Docs), PDF markup/annotation tools, Bluebeam Revu, word, and excel proficiency.
• Ability to prepare conceptual site and building phasing plans for presentations.
• Project manager software: Procore or similar construction management software.
• Ability to understand project processes and standard progression for construction projects including document control.

Benefits

• Top-notch, competitive compensation packages that keep up with ever-changing markets.
• Company-sponsored retirement packages, available during the open enrollment period, after the completion of your first year.
• A flexible Paid Time Off program that focuses on family and mental health.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance