Manager - Preconstruction

Brief Description

Assistant Project Manager – Preconstruction

What You'll Do

• Help build plans, budgets, procurement tools, and project documentation for successful project execution.
• Coordinate preconstruction activities from project award through Construction Operations handoff.
• Develop Scope Plans and Activity Plans to ensure clear planning tools for the project team.
• Work with subcontractors and suppliers to confirm scope alignment, lead times, pricing assumptions, and readiness requirements.
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotes and prepare comprehensive project handoff packages.
• Support value engineering and constructability discussions by evaluating materials, methods, sequencing, logistics, and planning alternatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Construction Operations on project-specific planning needs.
• Promote consistency across preconstruction documents and planning tools.
• Integrate safety considerations into preconstruction planning.
• Participate in project forecasts, cost-to-complete reviews, closeout discussions, and lessons-learned sessions.

Why Join UIG

• Gain exposure to the full project lifecycle with experienced construction professionals.
• Play a critical role in helping projects launch with clear scope, coordinated procurement, disciplined planning, and a strong connection between estimating and execution.
• Grow into broader project management responsibility while building a practical understanding of how planning decisions affect safety, cost, schedule, productivity, and project outcomes.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent construction industry experience.
• Experience supporting construction projects through project coordination, project engineering, estimating, procurement, preconstruction, or field operations preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction documents, scopes of work, budgets, schedules, procurement, contracts, and project documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to learn company systems, including document control, accounting, ERP, and project management platforms.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, documents, and project stakeholders.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with internal teams, vendors, subcontractors, and project partners.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and willingness to identify issues before they become execution problems.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and committed to continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally based on project needs.

Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Retail savings opportunities
• Paid time off
• Professional development
• The opportunity to grow with a construction organization focused on strong planning, field execution, teamwork, and long-term career development.