We are seeking an experienced Senior Preconstruction Manager to strengthen our estimating and planning capabilities and help set projects up for success from day one.

The Senior Pre-construction Manager leads preconstruction efforts, overseeing estimating, budgeting, and planning from initial project pursuit through the transition to construction. This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams while ensuring every project starts with an accurate, well-vetted budget and a clear path to execution.

This role oversees preconstruction operations, including estimating, bid management, value engineering, design-phase collaboration, and the handoff of awarded projects to the field and project management teams.

Full time, 4-5 years of work experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Preconstruction Leadership & Strategy:

- Lead preconstruction activities, establishing processes and standards for estimating, budgeting, and project planning

- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on project feasibility, market conditions, and risk assessment during the pursuit phase

- Develop and maintain preconstruction schedules to ensure milestones are met from initial pursuit through award

- Help build and mentor a preconstruction team as workload and project pipeline grow

Estimating & Budgeting:

- Oversee the preparation of conceptual, schematic, and detailed cost estimates across all project phases and delivery methods, including hard bid, negotiated, design-build, and CM-at-Risk

- Develop and manage Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals and budget documents in coordination with ownership and design teams

- Review quantity takeoffs, unit pricing, and cost databases to ensure accuracy and consistency across projects

- Identify cost-saving opportunities and lead value engineering efforts without compromising project quality or design intent

Bid Management & Subcontractor Relations:

- Manage the bid solicitation process, including scope development, subcontractor outreach, and bid leveling

- Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive and reliable pricing

- Qualify subcontractors and vendors to ensure alignment with company standards for quality, safety, and reliability

Design Coordination & Client Relations:

- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and owners during the design phase to provide constructability input and cost feedback

- Represent the company in owner and design team meetings, pursuit interviews, and proposal presentations

- Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, qualifications packages, and interview presentations

Project Handoff & Cross-Team Collaboration:

- Lead the transition of awarded projects from preconstruction to the Project Management and Superintendent teams, ensuring a clear and complete handoff of budget, scope, and schedule information

- Partner with Project Managers and Superintendents throughout construction to track budget performance against original estimates and inform future preconstruction efforts

- Support the development of project schedules in coordination with Project Managers and Superintendents

Compliance & Documentation:

- Ensure estimates and proposals comply with contract requirements, procurement guidelines, and applicable regulations

- Maintain organized and accurate preconstruction documentation, including historical cost data to inform future estimates

- Support the development of SOPs that promote unified estimating standards, operational consistency, and scalable company growth

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered

- 5+ years of experience in commercial construction preconstruction, estimating, or project management, with a track record of leading preconstruction efforts on projects of increasing size and complexity

- Strong understanding of construction means, methods, materials, and cost drivers across multiple project types and delivery methods

- Proficiency with estimating software and tools such as Timberline, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or similar platforms and cost databases

- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with owners, design teams, subcontractors, and internal project teams

- Ability to lead with empathy while upholding accountability and professionalism

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple pursuits and deadlines simultaneously

- Working knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal rules and regulations, including OSHA

- Willingness to travel as needed to support project and company needs

Compensation: $120,000-$150,000 salary.