Senior Preconstruction Manager

Responsibilities:

• Analyze project documents including drawings, specifications, and proposals to prepare detailed time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Lead and manage bid teams, including facilitating bid team meetings and ensuring accurate project scope and quantity takeoffs.
• Mentor, supervise, and train junior preconstruction staff.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotes for scope and completeness.
• Manage risks and contract specifics during the bid process.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of budgets and estimates before submission.
• Conduct site visits to assess potential project challenges and develop solutions.
• Engage in business development activities to identify new project opportunities and cultivate client relationships.

Requirements:

• Minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience, with at least three years in a leading preconstruction or estimating role.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Proficiency in using PlanSwift or similar estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and Bluebeam.
• Strong understanding of construction estimating techniques and the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Deep knowledge of the local subcontractor market and experience with both conceptual and detailed estimating.