Senior Preconstruction Manager

Senior Preconstruction Manager
Little Rock, AR
$126,300-$135,000 per year

Join a leading regional commercial general contractor as their Senior Preconstruction Manager in Little Rock. You'll shape project budgets and strategies from day one, working on K-12 and higher education, municipal facilities, and large commercial developments. This is a client-facing leadership role with performance bonuses, deferred compensation, and relocation support for the right candidate.

What you'll get

• $126,300 to $135,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Performance-based bonus potential, typically 5 to 15% annually.
• Deferred compensation bonus equal to two weeks' pay annually (12+ years running).
• Relocation assistance available, typically $10K to $20K for the right candidate.
• Collaborative, flexible, family-friendly culture with open-door leadership.

Your role

• Lead preconstruction efforts, collaborating with owners, architects, and project teams to define budgets, schedules, and strategies.
• Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates using historical data and market analysis.
• Prepare and present Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals to clients.
• Manage subcontractor bid processes and scope reviews.
• Mentor and develop estimating staff members.
• Review and validate cost estimates for accuracy and alignment with company standards.

What you'll need

• 10+ years of experience in general contracting with a strong background in preconstruction or estimating.
• Proven ability in estimating and cost analysis, budget development, and GMP preparation.
• Strong client presentation and communication skills to build trust and deliver clarity.
• Experience managing subcontractor engagement and scope reviews.
• Valid driver's licence.

Helpful, but not required

• Knowledge of Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Excel, Procore, or similar tools (we'll train you if your experience is with other systems).
• Professional certifications such as CPE, DBIA, LEED AP, PMP, or PE.

You'll report to the Vice President of Preconstruction or Chief Operating Officer and manage estimating staff. Projects include K-12 and higher education, municipal facilities, and commercial developments across Arkansas and neighboring states.

Interested? Apply for this Senior Preconstruction Manager opportunity in Little Rock.

Relevant job titles: Preconstruction Manager, Chief Estimator, Director of Estimating, Estimating Manager, Preconstruction Director, Senior Estimator, Construction Manager.

Recruitment handled by Ashton North LLC.