Senior Preconstruction Manager-Commercial Construction

About the Company

Our client is a nationally recognized, privately held commercial Top ENR general contractor. The firm delivers complex construction projects across the United States and is known for its strong culture, client-focused delivery, and commitment to operational excellence.

About the Position

The company is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager to lead and manage multiple complex projects while overseeing teams of Preconstruction Managers and shared resources. This role is responsible for delivering comprehensive preconstruction services from initial program and conceptual design through final construction documents and turnover to operations.

The Senior Preconstruction Manager serves as a trusted advisor to clients and design teams, a leader to internal preconstruction staff, and a key partner to operations leadership. This is a high-impact role requiring strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead preconstruction efforts across multiple projects and teams with minimal oversight
• Deliver feasibility studies, conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, value engineering, and comparative analyses
• Manage the full preconstruction lifecycle from early design through final bid
• Prepare and analyze pricing proposals considering market conditions, escalation, historical data, and subcontractor input
• Collaborate closely with owners, architects, consultants, and operations teams
• Support project transition from preconstruction to construction execution
• Lead and mentor Preconstruction Managers, Assistant Managers, and Project Engineers
• Participate in hiring, development, and performance management of preconstruction staff
• Present to clients and support interviews and pursuits

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field preferred

Experience

• 7+ years of commercial construction experience with a strong emphasis in preconstruction and estimating
• Proven experience serving as the lead preconstruction manager on multiple projects
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing preconstruction teams

Project Experience

• Projects typically $10M-$300M+
• Strong background in data center preconstruction highly valued
• Experience in advanced manufacturing (clean rooms, pharmaceutical manufacturing) and/or healthcare is strongly preferred
• Ideal candidates have exposure to multiple project types and the ability to pivot between markets and sectors
• Strong data center–only candidates will still be considered
• Precon estimating experience in data centers or manufacturing is a bonus

• Precon estimating experience with Mechanical or Electrical is a bonus

Benefits

• Base salary range: $130,000 – $180,000+(Compensation varies by location and is based on experience, qualifications, and skills)
• Strong Performance-based bonus program
• Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-matched 401(k)
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Additional voluntary benefits and leave programs
• Long-term career growth with a nationally respected contractor