Preconstruction Manager – Commercial Construction

Locations: Asheville, North Carolina / Winston-Salem, North CarolinaSalary: $100,000–$125,000 per yearJob Type: Full-TimeOpenings: 2

The success of a construction project is often determined before work begins on site. As Preconstruction Manager, you'll lead the planning, estimating, budgeting, and coordination that turn project concepts into well-priced, buildable plans. Your work will help clients make informed decisions, manage project costs and risks, and give construction teams a clear path to execution across healthcare, education, commercial, and public facility projects.

What You'll Get

• $100,000–$125,000 annual salary• Strong bonus program• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance• Health, dental, and vision coverage• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance options• 401(k) with company match• Paid vacation and sick leave, plus six holidays• Fuel cards and per diem when applicable• Relocation assistance for the right candidate

The Company

Join an established commercial general contractor and construction manager founded in 1952. The company works across healthcare, K-12 and higher education, corporate and commercial, manufacturing, and public facilities. Its business is built around integrity, trust, and long-term relationships, with approximately 85% client retention and employees who have stayed with the organization for decades.

What You'll Do

• Lead preconstruction from early budgeting and estimating through scheduling, client coordination, and final deliverables.• Work with Operations to assess project scope, logistics, constructability, staffing, and execution strategy before construction begins.• Prepare detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, value engineering analyses, and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals.• Present cost updates and recommendations to clients, helping them understand pricing, scope, and project risks.• Review designs early to identify constructability issues, reduce risk, and develop cost-effective solutions.• Lead subcontractor and supplier pricing, evaluate bids, and plan strategic project buyouts.• Support proposals, client interviews, conceptual budgets, and business development relationships.• Coordinate the transition from preconstruction to Operations so field teams have the information and planning needed to execute successfully.

What You'll Need

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, with strong estimating, preconstruction, and/or operations leadership experience.• Strong understanding of Construction Management-at-Risk (CMAR) and Design-Build delivery methods.• Experience leading trade-facing pricing efforts and preparing client-facing deliverables.• Ability to analyze project costs, financial risks, and construction strategies.• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients, design partners, trade partners, and internal teams.• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.