Preconstruction Manager
Sachse Construction
Manage preconstruction bids, client relations, estimating, subcontractor procurement up to $10M.
15 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Detroit, MI
Office Full-Time
Company Size
300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Property Development
General Contractor
Design
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Office
Retail
Multifamily
Restaurants + Food Service
Industrial
Hospitality
Education
Religious
Role
What you would be doing
takeoffs management
unit pricing
plan review
database maintenance
bid management
vendor relations
- Mentors Cost Engineers
- Manages all levels of take offs and can apply unit prices
- Reviews plans for consistency and accuracy
- Maintains current unit price and historical database
- Lead GC, CM, GMP and Design-Build bid opportunities up to $10 million
- Negotiates client and subcontractor terms and conditions
- Develops and maintains excellent subcontractor/vendor relations
What you bring
estimating
procurement
value engineering
budgeting
bachelor's
construction mgmt
- Estimating and Procurement experience
- Understands and manages value engineering exercises
- Completely understands the estimating process
- Ability to independently perform conceptual, schematic and design development budgets
- Has a comprehensive understanding of all costs involved for current and future projects
- Understands typical scopes (writing scopes and level bids)
- Must be able to estimate costs that are not readily evident
- Bachelor's degree required
- 5-20 years of commercial construction management experience
- Must demonstrate and model Sachse Construction’s core values
- Ability to call subs for coverage
- Understands contract types
- Award-Winning ‘Project:U’ Wellness Program
- Unlimited PTO
- Certified Great Place to Work
- Bi-weekly Professional Massages
- Financial Lunch and Learns
- Role-Specific Training + Mentoring
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Company
Overview
- Construction projects have been consistently delivered since 1991.
- Specializes in construction management and general contracting services.
- Portfolios span residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.
- Iconic projects include mixed-use developments and luxury communities.
- Committed to innovation and client satisfaction in the industry.
- Notable projects include high-rises, educational facilities, and corporate headquarters.
- Projects are characterized by meticulous attention to detail and dedicated teams.
- Do the Right Thing
- Have Passion & Enthusiasm
- Pursue Excellence By Constantly Raising the Bar
- Do Whatever It Takes
- Make the Perfect Pass
- Always Do The Right Thing
- Dig Deep
- If They Like the Cook, They'll Like the Food
- Everyone Is A Client
- Do What You Can, When You Can
- It's The Little Things
- All We Have Is Our Reputation
- Yes, And ...
- Unmatched reputation of integrity, quality, and reliability
- Collaborative, engaging and fun professional culture
- Award‑winning internal programs (e.g., Project:U wellness, mentorship, reverse mentorship)
- Perks: unlimited PTO, chair massages, bring‑your‑dog, social events, gym reimbursement
30+ Certified Projects
Sustainability Track Record
The team has successfully guided over 30 projects to achieve LEED certifications, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainable design and construction.
- Long‑term commitment to environment through LEED & WELL certifications
- Team of LEED‑Accredited Professionals guiding projects to Silver, Gold, and Platinum certification
- Pre‑construction integration of sustainable design, materials and systems
- Focus on water & energy conservation, lower operational costs, increased asset value, tax/zoning incentives
- Green‑building services: LEED design evaluation, certification, materials selection
- Organic application of green methodology: energy conservation, responsible materials procurement, maximized incentive programs
4.1/5
Glassdoor Diversity & Inclusion Rating
The company has earned a high rating for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, as recognized by Glassdoor.
87%
Employee Recommendation Rate
A significant majority of employees are satisfied enough to recommend the company to others.
93%
CEO Approval Rating
Employees express strong approval for the leadership and management style of the CEO.
- Culture described by employees as 'open and honest', 'family atmosphere' with 'leadership approachable'
- Structured career development and customized training plans available to all team members
- Employee wellness initiatives including unlimited PTO, sabbatical after 10 years, meditation & yoga, Project:U
- Benefits: health/vision/dental, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, financial lunch-and-learns
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