Preconstruction Manager

Responsibilities

• Partner with Hillwood’s vertically integrated Development team from the initial site selection phase, providing quick snapshots of feasibility, general pricing, and potential construction solutions.
• Work in lockstep with the Development and Construction teams, ensuring seamless coordination and real-time collaboration throughout every project phase.
• Serve as the primary liaison with clients and prospective tenants during the concept phase to define project goals and requirements.
• Collaborate with the Director of Preconstruction, Operations Manager, or Vice President to develop competitive strategies for securing projects.
• Prepare and manage detailed project estimates, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and financial expectations.
• Analyze and compare project estimates to historical data, identifying and explaining significant variances.
• Conduct value engineering exercises to optimize designs while controlling costs.
• Develop project- and client-specific bid instructions, using HCS’ standardized bid forms to maximize client value.
• Lead efforts to solicit bids exclusively from pre-approved subcontractors, suppliers, and trade partners, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Organize and lead pre-bid and bid meetings, aligning all project stakeholders.
• Evaluate bids, clarify project scopes, and provide recommendations for awards.
• Qualify subcontractors and suppliers to ensure adherence to project standards.
• Review project documents for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with budget, HCS standards, and client requirements.
• Produce, collect, and distribute preconstruction RFIs to maintain alignment among stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates to clients and internal teams on project progress, budget status, and design adjustments.
• Utilize preconstruction software (ProEst, Building Connected, TradeTapp, Bluebeam) to streamline estimating, bidding, and design review processes.
• Conduct post-bid meetings to finalize scopes and agreements with subcontractors.
• Facilitate seamless handoffs to operations teams to ensure successful project execution.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Strong organizational skills, with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Exceptional analytical skills, particularly in budgeting, estimating, and cost analysis.
• Pioneering problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
• Proven leadership abilities, with experience managing cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop and maintain relationships with executive-level clients and internal teams.
• Proficiency in construction management software, estimating tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to navigate and work on active construction sites, including climbing stairs and traversing uneven terrain.
• Able to sit or stand for prolonged periods, with occasional lifting of materials or equipment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in preconstruction, construction management, or general contracting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction processes, project management methodologies, and commercial real estate development.
• Familiarity with permitting, building codes, and regulatory compliance requirements.