Preconstruction Project Manager

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Preconstruction Project Manager position in Johnson City, TN

Job Description:

The Preconstruction Project Manager drives the front-end pursuit process for new construction opportunities. Responsibilities include managing pre-bid activities, developing technical proposal content, coordinating with estimators and engineers, and ensuring submissions are accurate, compelling, and compliant with client requirements. This role requires 10+ years of construction experience with strong technical writing and project planning capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead creation of technical and narrative proposal sections, including execution plans, schedules, safety approaches, and project methodologies.
• Manage RFQ/RFP reviews, lead bid strategy meetings, and coordinate with estimating, engineering, and operations teams.
• Develop project-specific technical information, including logistics plans, constructability reviews, and design narratives.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, and client interviews; support relationship-building with owners and design partners.
• Prepare phasing plans and resource strategies for proposal submissions.
• Identify project risks, clarify scope gaps, and coordinate resolution of technical questions during the pursuit phase.
• Ensure all proposal materials meet RFP requirements, brand standards, and submission deadlines.
• Support transition from pre-construction to project execution teams after award.

Required Qualifications:
• 10+ years of experience in construction, pre-construction, estimating, or project management.
• Proven ability to develop winning proposals for commercial, industrial, or institutional construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, design processes, and project delivery models.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with proposal and construction tools (InDesign, Bluebeam, Procore, P6, MS Project).
• Familiarity with complex industrial or large commercial project types.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and RFP requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple pursuits simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Experience with design-build, CMAR, or EPC pursuits.

Other Job Requirements:

• United States Citizenship

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website:

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater's experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

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