Preconstruction Manager

About the role

The Preconstruction Manager oversees the entire preconstruction process from initial concept to final design and contractor selection. They guide projects from early design until the start of construction while maintaining the client's budget, implementing phasing and contracting requirements, and keeping the design team on schedule. This position works closely with Project and Program Managers, Architects, Engineers, and Clients to align preconstruction services with the overall mission of a project or program. Travel may be required up to 15% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accuracy and quality of estimates, drawing reviews, specification reviews, and all other construction documents.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Maintain current estimating records and unit prices.
• Collaborate with Project Managers in general contractor/subcontractor proposal evaluation.
• Prepare preliminary, schematic, design development, and construction estimates during preconstruction; monitor design development for potential problem areas or cost overruns; participate in the value engineering process.
• Participate in the preparation of the construction schedule for preconstruction purposes.
• Support Business Development and actively participate in business-related community activities and networking events both during and after work hours.
• Take a lead role in scheduling, planning, conducting, and facilitating design/preconstruction meetings with owners and the design team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Building Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience within a Preconstruction/Estimating environment, working with large commercial or industrial projects.
• Advanced knowledge of principles and practices of construction cost estimating, conceptual budgeting, and scheduling.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• LEED AP preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

The role requires sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (up to 50 lbs); and to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, including use of a computer keyboard. Travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation is required. Normal visual and audio ranges (with or without correction) are necessary to perform essential functions.