Senior Preconstruction Manager

atlanta, United States | Posted on 08/12/2026

We are seeking an experienced Senior Pre construction Manager to strengthen our estimating and planning capabilities and help set projects up for success from day one.

The Senior Pre-construction Manager leads preconstruction efforts, overseeing estimating, budgeting, and planning from initial project pursuit through the transition to construction. This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams while ensuring every project starts with an accurate, well-vetted budget and a clear path to execution.

This role oversees preconstruction operations, including estimating, bid management, value engineering, design-phase collaboration, and the handoff of awarded projects to the field and project management teams.

Requirements

Preconstruction Leadership & Strategy

• Lead preconstruction activities, establishing processes and standards for estimating, budgeting, and project planning.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on project feasibility, market conditions, and risk assessment during the pursuit phase.
• Develop and maintain preconstruction schedules to ensure milestones are met from initial pursuit through award.
• Help build and mentor a preconstruction team as workload and project pipeline grow.

Estimating & Budgeting

• Oversee the preparation of conceptual, schematic, and detailed cost estimates across all project phases and delivery methods, including hard bid, negotiated, design-build, and CM-at-Risk.
• Develop and manage Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals and budget documents in coordination with ownership and design teams.
• Review quantity takeoffs, unit pricing, and cost databases to ensure estimate accuracy and consistency across projects.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and lead value engineering efforts without compromising project quality or design intent.

Bid Management & Subcontractor Relations

• Manage the bid solicitation process, including scope development, subcontractor outreach, and bid leveling.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive and reliable pricing.
• Qualify subcontractors and vendors to ensure alignment with company standards for quality, safety, and reliability.

Design Coordination & Client Relations

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and owners during the design phase to provide constructability input and cost feedback.
• Represent the company in owner and design team meetings, pursuit interviews, and proposal presentations.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, qualifications packages, and interview presentations.
• Lead the transition of awarded projects from preconstruction to the Project Management and Superintendent teams, ensuring a clear and complete handoff of budget, scope, and schedule information.
• Partner with Project Managers and Superintendents throughout construction to track budget performance against original estimates and inform future preconstruction efforts.
• Support the development of project schedules in coordination with Project Managers and Superintendents.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure estimates and proposals comply with contract requirements, procurement guidelines, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain organized and accurate preconstruction documentation, including historical cost data to inform future estimates.
• Support the development of SOPs that promote unified estimating standards, operational consistency, and scalable company growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction preconstruction, estimating, or project management, with a track record of leading preconstruction efforts on projects of increasing size and complexity.
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, materials, and cost drivers across multiple project types and delivery methods.
• Proficiency with estimating software and tools such as Timberline, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or similar platforms and cost databases.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with owners, design teams, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
• Ability to lead with empathy while upholding accountability and professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple pursuits and deadlines simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal rules and regulations, including OSHA.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support project and company needs.

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