Preconstruction Manager - Commercial GC SE USA

About This Role

Lead preconstruction efforts for large-scale commercial projects with values over $50M across the Southeast US. This role involves managing estimating teams, developing budgets, and collaborating with operations, design teams, and ownership to ensure project success.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts for large-scale commercial projects valued at $50M+
• Manage and oversee estimating teams (typically 2–3 team members per pursuit)
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive conceptual and detailed budgets
• Perform constructability and design-assist reviews throughout all design phases
• Collaborate closely with Operations on procurement strategies, subcontractor selection, and buyout planning
• Develop preliminary scopes of work and support subcontractor negotiations
• Establish preliminary schedules during preconstruction
• Serve as the primary point of contact with Owners, Architects, and Engineers during the preconstruction phase
• Lead client-facing budget presentations and strategy discussions
• Manage subcontractor outreach, solicitation, and bid leveling
• Support fee strategy development and pursuit planning
• Mentor and train junior preconstruction staff on estimating standards, COB creation, and subcontractor evaluation
• Ensure all budget packages are delivered accurately and on schedule

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline
• 5–8+ years of experience in commercial construction
• 3–5+ years of preconstruction or estimating leadership experience
• Proven experience managing large commercial projects ($50M+)
• Strong understanding of preconstruction processes, cost modeling, and procurement strategies
• Excellent communication and client-facing presentation skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline
• 5-8+ years of experience in commercial construction, with 3-5+ years in preconstruction or estimating leadership