Preconstruction Manager

Preconstruction Manager for a Top Commercial GC!

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Asante Kamtema
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Salary: $95,000 - $125,000 per year

A bit about us:

This company is a trusted general contracting firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial construction projects across diverse market sectors. With decades of combined talent and a commitment to excellence, our teams provide comprehensive pre-construction planning, estimating, and project management services to set up every project for long-term success. They partner closely with clients, design professionals, subcontractors, and stakeholders to deliver cost-effective, innovative, and constructible solutions that meet schedule and budget expectations while exceeding quality standards.

Why join us?

At this company, we believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where employees can grow their careers and make an impact. As a core member of the pre-construction team, you’ll play a key role in shaping our project pursuits and delivery strategies. You will have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to meaningful pre-construction activities that influence project outcomes before groundbreaking.
• Work alongside experienced leaders and multidisciplinary teams in a growing, client-focused firm.
• Support a culture that values professional development, teamwork, integrity, and client success.
• Expand your skill set through hands-on engagement with estimating, budgeting, value engineering, and project strategy.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, enhancing your leadership and communication experience.

Job Details

The Preconstruction Manager leads all pre-construction activities, from initial project review through the start of construction, ensuring accurate cost models, schedules, and procurement plans that align with client goals and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of detailed and conceptual cost estimates, forecasts, budgets, and preliminary schedules across design phases.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of plans, specifications, and design documents to identify constructability issues, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate subcontractor solicitation, bid analysis, and evaluations to support competitive pricing and thorough scope coverage.
• Collaborate closely with clients, architects, engineers, and internal stakeholders to define project scope and approach strategies.
• Provide value-engineering recommendations and proactive solutions that balance cost, schedule, and quality.
• Prepare presentations and support client meetings related to pricing, strategy, and project planning.
• Ensure successful knowledge transfer and hand-off to project operations teams once construction begins.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline, or equivalent experience preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant construction industry experience, including significant involvement in estimating, budgeting, or pre-construction planning.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate estimates and understand cost drivers across multiple project types.
• Strong communication skills, including effective client interaction and team coordination.
• Proficiency with estimating and project software (e.g., Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, cost modeling tools).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, complex tasks, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience with various delivery methods (e.g., design-build, CM at Risk).
• Strong network of subcontractor and supplier relationships.

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Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also…