Preconstruction Manager at Jobot

Preconstruction Manager for a Top Commercial GC!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Asante Kamtema
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Salary: $95,000 - $125,000 per year

A bit about us:

This company is a trusted general contracting firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial construction projects across diverse market sectors. With decades of combined talent and a commitment to excellence, our teams provide comprehensive pre-construction planning, estimating, and project management services to set up every project for long-term success. They partner closely with clients, design professionals, subcontractors, and stakeholders to deliver cost-effective, innovative, and constructible solutions that meet schedule and budget expectations while exceeding quality standards.

Why join us?

At this company, we believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where employees can grow their careers and make an impact. As a core member of the pre-construction team, you'll play a key role in shaping our project pursuits and delivery strategies. You will have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to meaningful pre-construction activities that influence project outcomes before groundbreaking.
• Work alongside experienced leaders and multidisciplinary teams in a growing, client-focused firm.
• Support a culture that values professional development, teamwork, integrity, and client success.
• Expand your skill set through hands-on engagement with estimating, budgeting, value engineering, and project strategy.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, enhancing your leadership and communication experience.

Job Details

The Preconstruction Manager leads all pre-construction activities, from initial project review through the start of construction, ensuring accurate cost models, schedules, and procurement plans that align with client goals and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of detailed and conceptual cost estimates, forecasts, budgets, and preliminary schedules across design phases.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of plans, specifications, and design documents to identify constructability issues, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate subcontractor solicitation, bid analysis, and evaluations to support competitive pricing and thorough scope coverage.
• Collaborate closely with clients, architects, engineers, and internal stakeholders to define project scope and approach strategies.
• Provide value-engineering recommendations and proactive solutions that balance cost, schedule, and quality.
• Prepare presentations and support client meetings related to pricing, strategy, and project planning.
• Ensure successful knowledge transfer and hand-off to project operations teams once construction begins.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline, or equivalent experience preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant construction industry experience, including significant involvement in estimating, budgeting, or pre-construction planning.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate estimates and understand cost drivers across multiple project types.
• Strong communication skills, including effective client interaction and team coordination.
• Proficiency with estimating and project software (e.g., Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, cost modeling tools).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, complex tasks, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience with various delivery methods (e.g., design-build, CM at Risk).
• Strong network of subcontractor and supplier relationships.

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