Job Description
Our client, a growing industrial design/build construction company, is seeking a skilled Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating strategy, support company growth, and strengthen their preconstruction process. This role is ideal for someone with a Construction Science or Civil Engineering degree and 5–8 years of estimating experience, who is ready to step into a high-impact leadership position.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Culture Development
- Build and mentor a high-performing preconstruction team around current leaders
- Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
Bid Preparation & Review
- Oversee full bid preparation including estimates, budgets, proposals, and scope reviews
- Review takeoff details, specifications, subcontractor pricing, and self-performed work
Bid Strategy, Risk Management & Value Engineering
- Work with executive leadership to identify competitive advantages during pursuit phases
- Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and repeat clients
- Identify project risks, complex scope items, and cost-saving/value-engineering opportunities early in the process
Design/Build Coordination
- Lead the preconstruction effort in defining project scope, schedule, and intent directly with the customer
- Manage and coordinate design development throughout the preconstruction stage
Process Improvement & Market Analysis
- Improve estimating tools, workflows, and templates to increase accuracy and efficiency
- Monitor market trends, labor rates, and material costs to inform pricing strategies and project planning
Who Will Thrive in This Role
- Someone who enjoys both technical estimating AND strategic leadership
- A relationship-driven professional who values collaboration with subs, suppliers, customers, and internal teams
- A process-minded leader who can build structure and continuously refine operations as the company scales
This is a rare opportunity to join a company with strong momentum and long-term growth plans as they continue to expand the design/build model within the industrial sector.