Preconstruction Manager

Lead estimating and preconstruction efforts from conceptual budgeting through final proposal submission Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, GMP, negotiated, and competitive hard-bid estimates Develop pursuit strategies that align with client expectations, market conditions, and company objectives Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analyses using historical cost data and current market intelligence Develop project budgets, cost models, alternates, allowances, contingencies, escalation analyses, and value-engineering recommendations Evaluate subcontractor proposals for scope completeness, pricing accuracy, qualifications, and commercial risk Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, schedule impacts, long-lead items, and project risks Recommend practical risk-mitigation, procurement, logistics, sequencing, and phasing strategies Lead estimate reviews, bid leveling, scope review meetings, executive presentations, and client interviews Collaborate with Operations, Business Development, clients, design partners, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers throughout the pursuit process Develop and maintain strong relationships with qualified trade partners and suppliers Support the successful transition of awarded projects from Preconstruction to Operations Mentor estimators and junior preconstruction professionals through coaching, technical guidance, and estimate reviews Contribute to estimating standards, departmental procedures, lessons learned, and continuous-improvement initiatives Qualifications & Training 5 or more years of commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience Demonstrated experience independently leading complex project pursuits with minimal supervision. Experience preparing negotiated GMP, CM/GC, Design-Build, and competitive hard-bid estimates. Advanced knowledge of commercial construction means and methods. Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, cost modeling, budgeting, quantity takeoffs, value engineering, and risk analysis. Ability to manage multiple concurrent pursuits while maintaining accuracy, organization, and attention to detail. #J-18808-Ljbffr Owen Thomas Group