Senior Preconstruction Manager

New GC in Town!

There is a new General Contractor coming to the Carolinas!

From preconstruction through project completion, we are committed to delivering excellence while fostering strong relationships with our clients, trade partners, and team members. We are seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager to provide leadership, strategy, and vision to our preconstruction efforts based out of our Charlotte, NC office.

This position provides overall direction and leadership for the collaborative preconstruction process from project pursuit through subcontractor buyout. The Senior Preconstruction Manager oversees the estimating team, coordinates with designers and owners, and manages the trade partner solicitation process.

This role requires strong leadership, client engagement, and the ability to ensure accurate, detailed, and timely cost estimating and analysis for large, complex construction projects.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the overall preconstruction process, resulting in comprehensive and high-quality deliverables, including competitive bids, negotiated proposals, cost estimates, analyses, and budgets.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and trade partners.
• Actively participate in project pursuits, including RFP responses and participation in client interviews and presentations.
• Produce conceptual and detailed estimates for clients across a variety of market sectors.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, estimate development, and manage trade partner solicitation when required.
• Mentor, develop, and guide preconstruction team members to promote growth, performance, and alignment with company standards.
• Partner with operations and field leadership teams to ensure a seamless transition from preconstruction to construction execution.
• Lead the development and maintenance of the estimating database, standard operating procedures, and preconstruction best practices.

Qualifications/Skills and Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field preferred;
• 10+ years of preconstruction experience with large, complex projects, including 2+ years of management experience.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships and foster collaboration both internally and externally.
• Proficiency with construction management software, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with AutoCAD, Assemble, Revit, and scheduling software a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and multi-tasking skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and lead teams effectively.