Preconstruction Manager

The Opportunity 

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Your Key Responsibilities

• Mentorandsupportestimatorsandpreconstructionteammembers.
• Leadpreconstructioneffortsfromprojectpursuitthroughturnover,includingestimating,budgeting,planning,andriskmanagement.
• Developandreviewconceptualthroughfinalcostestimatestoensureaccuracyandalignmentwithprojectgoals.
• Supportbidstrategy,subcontractorengagement,andproposaldevelopmentforprojectpursuits.
• Collaboratewithowners,architects,engineers,andinternalteamstoevaluatescope,schedule,constructability,andcost.
• Identifyprojectrisksandopportunitiesanddevelopvalueengineeringsolutionstooptimizeprojectoutcomes.
• Presentestimates,pricingstrategies,andprojectrecommendationstoclientsandleadership.
• Maintaincostmodels,benchmarkingdata,andestimatingbestpractices.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field required; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Five plus years of progressive experience in estimating, preconstruction, or related construction leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, estimating principles, procurement strategy, contracts, and risk management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex pursuits, influence stakeholders, and support successful project outcomes.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience with CM at Risk, Design-Build, and negotiated delivery methods.
• Experience leading large, complex pursuits with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with estimating systems, Microsoft Excel, and enterprise construction platforms.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, leadership, and project teams.
• A process improvement mindset and commitment to standardization, quality, and continuous improvement.

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