Preconstruction Manager

Overview

Lead preconstruction estimating and subcontractor buyout for commercial and healthcare projects.

Key Responsibilities

• bid review
• cost estimating
• subcontractor management
• value engineering
• preconstruction support
• stakeholder collaboration

Tasks

Take the lead on complex construction projects from bid review to subcontractor buyout! You’ll prepare accurate estimates, manage subcontractor proposals, and support the preconstruction team in winning competitive work. This role blends estimating expertise with team leadership — perfect for someone who enjoys mentoring junior staff while tackling challenging projects. You will collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors, evaluate subcontractor bids, perform value engineering, and ensure projects are set up for successful execution. Travel to local and regional jobsites as needed.

Requirements

• conceptual estimating
• value engineering
• timberline
• subcontractor prequalification
• lead teams
• 7+ years

What You Bring

💪 Experience: 7+ years in construction estimating (commercial and/or healthcare projects) -Preferred: Experience in conceptual estimating, value engineering, and both negotiated and hard-bid environments -Comfortable reviewing bid documents, budgets, and scope of work -Proven experience estimating commercial and healthcare construction projects -Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills -Proficient with estimating software (e.g., Timberline or equivalent) -Strong knowledge of subcontractor prequalification and buyout processes -Ability to lead estimating teams and mentor junior staff

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Benefits

💰 Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 base + performance-based bonus -Flexible schedule with balanced office/field work -Medical, dental, and vision insurance -Collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented culture -Competitive salary ($120K–$150K) + performance bonus -401(k) with company match -Paid time off and annual raises

About Novax Recruitment Group

-Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Manchester, the company grew rapidly to support recruitment across multiple global locations including the UK and US. -It delivers high‑value, bespoke hiring solutions in complex sectors like energy, manufacturing, construction and public infrastructure. -Led by ex‑industry professionals, they bridge technical skills gaps by placing candidates in both permanent and contract roles. -Typical projects include placements in automotive, aerospace, steelwork, data centres, housing development, and public sector programmes. -Operating from Manchester, Sunnyvale, New York and Austin, they serve clients from pre‑construction planning to delivery across civil, utilities, tech and finance.

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