Pre-Construction Manager

Overview

Lead pre‑construction planning, estimating and coordination for residential and light commercial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• cost estimating
• budgeting
• value engineering
• bid management
• takeoffs
• market analysis

Tasks

-Ensure pre-construction deliverables are accurate, documented, and aligned with company standards and client expectations. -Monitor market pricing trends, supply chain conditions, and trade availability to inform budgets and proposals. -Provide value engineering and constructability reviews to optimize designs and budgets. -Maintain and improve internal estimating systems, cost databases, and procurement processes. -Lead the estimating and budgeting process for residential and light commercial projects from concept through contract. -Collaborate with architects, designers, and clients to refine project feasibility and scope alignment. -Manage the subcontractor and vendor bidding process, including qualification, bid leveling, and contract recommendations. -Analyze drawings, specifications, and design documents to produce detailed cost estimates, material takeoffs, and scopes of work. -Partner with the Project Management team to ensure smooth handoff from pre-construction to field execution.

Requirements

• communication
• construction methods
• blueprint reading
• takeoffs
• excel
• estimating software

What You Bring

-Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills -A strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and sequencing -Ability to navigate active construction sites safely (lift up to 50 lbs, access crawlspaces, uneven terrain, etc.) -Office-based role with regular site visits for meetings, walkthroughs, and assessments -Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications -Experience performing takeoffs, budget development, and cost analysis -Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, project management platforms (CoConstruct, Buildertrend, or similar), and construction estimating software -1+ year of experience in estimating or purchasing -5 days annually (Years 1-2) -2+ years of experience in residential or commercial construction

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Benefits

-Medical Insurance: Eligible after 90 days -401(k): Eligible after 1 year with employer match -Sick Leave: 5 days annually -50% match on the next 2% (up to 4% total match) -100% match on the first 3% -Paid Time Off: -Salary: $70,000-$85,000 (commensurate with experience) -Collaborative Team: A supportive culture that values craftsmanship, precision, and continuous improvement. -Career Growth: Opportunities to expand your leadership role as our Pre-Construction Department evolves. -10 days annually after Year 2

About Sineath Construction

-Specializing in custom homes, light commercial projects, and outdoor living spaces, projects range from kitchen remodels to airplane hangars. -Their print-to-live process ensures client vision is faithfully translated into enduring structures amid challenging mountain terrain. -Asheville-based, they manage full-scope builds—site prep, permitting, material sourcing, project management—for seamless delivery. -Awarded for both craftsmanship and sustainability, they’ve earned regional accolades and a loyal client base over hundreds of projects.

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