Preconstruction Manager

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• Competitive compensation:
  Base salary range of $145,000 – $175,000, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus structure tied to company and project success
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Continued education reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Long-term career stability supported by a strong and active project pipeline

Commercial | Multifamily | Higher Education | Federal (Ground-Up & Interiors)

The Preconstruction Manager will lead and manage the preconstruction process from early conceptual budgeting through GMP and contract execution. This individual will play a critical role in setting projects up for success by providing accurate cost modeling, constructability insight, risk mitigation, and strong collaboration with owners, designers, and internal operations teams.

Projects range from $20M – $150M across a diverse portfolio of ground-up and interior construction.

• Lead the full preconstruction lifecycle for multiple projects ranging from $20M – $150M
• Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP-level estimates
• Manage subcontractor outreach, bid packaging, scope reviews, and bid leveling
• Provide value engineering and cost-saving alternatives while maintaining design intent
• Coordinate closely with operations, project executives, and field leadership to ensure a seamless project handoff
• Participate in client presentations, interviews, and proposal development efforts
• Analyze drawings and specifications for constructability, cost risk, and schedule impacts
• Foster strong relationships with owners, designers, and trade partners to support negotiated work and repeat clients
• Support pursuit strategies and long-term client development
• Collaborate with scheduling teams to develop preconstruction schedules and logistics plans

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• 7+ years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or related roles with a commercial GC
• Proven experience leading preconstruction efforts on projects $20M+, ideally up to $150M
• Background in commercial, multifamily, higher education, and/or federal construction
• Strong leadership and communication skills with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple pursuits and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to evaluate both high-level strategy and technical details
• Proficiency with estimating software and preconstruction tools

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Project Management

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)

Arlington, VA $69,700.00-$