Job Title
Preconstruction Manager
About Our Client
Our client is a relationship-focused commercial General Contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex projects through thoughtful planning, operational excellence, and collaborative project delivery. They provide preconstruction professionals with a highly visible role in the project lifecycle, offering the opportunity to influence major construction projects while working closely with clients, design teams, and company leadership.
Job Description
Lead all preconstruction activities for ground-up commercial projects valued at $15M+. Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates. Prepare detailed budgets, quantity takeoffs, and pricing analyses. Collaborate with owners, architects, consultants, and internal teams throughout the design process. Provide constructability reviews and value engineering recommendations. Manage subcontractor outreach, bid solicitation, and procurement strategies. Analyze bids, level proposals, and recommend subcontractor selections. Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Assist with scheduling, phasing, logistics, and project planning during preconstruction. Lead budget presentations and pricing discussions with clients and project stakeholders. Partner with Operations teams to ensure a seamless transition from preconstruction to construction. Monitor market conditions, labor trends, and material pricing. Support business development efforts and client relationship management. Mentor and develop junior estimating and preconstruction team members. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the preconstruction department.
The Successful Applicant
8+ years in a Preconstruction capacity within commercial construction. Proven experience leading preconstruction efforts for ground-up projects valued at $15M+. Experience with education, municipal, healthcare, institutional, commercial, or mixed-use construction projects preferred. Ability to evaluate drawings, specifications, and design documents across various stages of development. Strong understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, and constructability. Experience managing subcontractor procurement and bid evaluations. Knowledge of scheduling, logistics planning, and risk assessment. Excellent client-facing communication and presentation skills. Proven ability to lead meetings and collaborate with diverse stakeholder groups. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. Experience with estimating software, Bluebeam, and construction management platforms. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or a related field preferred.
What's on Offer
Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunities. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits. 401(k) with company contribution. Opportunity to lead preconstruction efforts on large-scale commercial projects. High level of visibility with executive leadership. Collaborative environment between preconstruction, operations, and business development teams. Long-term career stability with an established Georgia contractor.
Job Summary
Sector: Construction
Sub Sector: Site Manager
Industry: Property
Where: Albany
Contract Type: Permanent