Preconstruction Manager

Novax Recruitment Group

The Role

Overview

Lead estimates for commercial and healthcare projects, managing bids to subcontractor buyout.

Requirements

  • estimating
  • conceptual
  • value engineering
  • buyout
  • timberline
  • leadership

What You Bring

An established general contractor is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating efforts on commercial and healthcare projects. You’ll handle estimates from bid review through subcontractor buyout, manage proposals, and support the pursuit of competitive and negotiated work. This role is ideal for an experienced estimator ready to take on leadership responsibilities and mentor junior staff. -7+ years of estimating experience (commercial and/or healthcare projects) -Experience with conceptual estimating and value engineering preferred -Strong knowledge of subcontractor prequalification and buyout -Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., Timberline or similar) -Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills

Benefits

💰 Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 base + performance bonus -Collaborative, growth-focused culture -Medical, dental, and vision coverage -$120K–$150K base + bonus -401(k) with match -Paid time off & annual raises

The Company

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.

Sector Specialisms

Public Sector

Manufacturing

Civil Engineering & Infrastructure

Construction

Automotive

Aerospace

FMCG

Precision Engineering

Electronic / Software

Medical

Defence

General Manufacturing

Steelwork

Engineering

Social Work

Housing

Trades

Business Support

Finance

HR

Mining

Metals

Technical