Pre-Construction Manager (Data Centers)

Transforming The Way Construction Owners Use Technology & Data If you like technology, solving problems, working with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, and providing excellent customer service, this is the position for you! The Pre-Construction Manager plays a critical role in supporting data center development by leading pre‑construction activities from site evaluation through design and procurement. This role serves as a key link between real estate, design, procurement, and construction teams, ensuring projects are constructible, cost‑effective, and ready for execution. An ideal candidate will have experience in mission‑critical facilities and a strong understanding of construction planning, cost modelling, and cross‑functional coordination. You will love this job if… You are a high performer, self‑starter, and love to learn. You thrive working with high‑functioning teams. You take ownership of projects and drive impact. You connect and grow both inside and outside the organization. You thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment while staying authentic and having fun. What you’ll do… Lead pre‑construction planning from site selection through design development, providing guidance on cost, schedule, and constructability. Act as a liaison between real estate, design engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure alignment across all phases. Conduct constructability reviews across civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical systems, identifying risks and optimisation opportunities. Perform site evaluations including power availability, utilities access, civil requirements, and build phasing considerations. Assess site‑specific risks related to cost, schedule, permitting, and infrastructure integration. Develop construction scopes of work and support RFP processes for general contractors and vendors. Manage bid reviews, schedule development, and cost analysis to support contractor selection and project planning. Support negotiation and coordination with landlords, developers, contractors, and cross‑functional stakeholders. Develop and validate project budgets and cost estimates across multiple phases of development. Support value engineering efforts and ensure alignment with market conditions and project objectives. Coordinate due diligence activities including geotechnical, environmental, utility, and permitting assessments. Ensure all pre‑construction deliverables are complete and aligned prior to handoff to construction teams. Prepare and deliver comprehensive handoff packages including budgets, schedules, contracts, and design documentation. Maintain strong communication across stakeholders, providing updates, insights, and risk mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle. You should have… Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of experience in construction management, with experience in pre‑construction or design phases. Experience working on large‑scale capital projects or mission‑critical facilities (e.g., data centres, industrial, infrastructure). Strong understanding of MEP systems, utilities, and construction processes. Experience developing project budgets, schedules, and scopes of work. Ability to review construction drawings and provide constructability feedback. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment. Proficiency in project management and cost estimation tools (e.g., Excel, MS Project, Primavera P6). Willingness to travel as required. Preferred Qualifications Direct experience with data centre or mission‑critical construction projects. Experience with high‑density infrastructure, power distribution, or cooling systems. Knowledge of construction delivery methods and contract structures. Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CCM, PE). Experience working in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments. Characteristics of an ideal candidate Responsive; Avicado takes great pride in reacting quickly and positively to our clients and teammates, both internal and external. Innovative; a desire to drive innovation through new and unique solutions while embracing creative ideas. Entrepreneurial; the drive to take initiative, deliver results, and create value for our clients. Empowered; bring solutions instead of problems. Performance Driven & Accountable; sets goals and challenges our high‑performance culture. Even‑tempered; handles pressure and thrives in a fast‑paced environment. Coachable; recognises strengths & weakness and open to guidance. Why Avicado Competitive compensation Health insurance 401k with employer match Flexible PTO Remote work Philanthropic Matching Gift Program And more… About Avicado Avicado, LLP was established in 2015 with a focus on utilising the latest cloud‑based tools and applications to enhance our clients’ experience. As a technology consultancy, we empower construction owners to make the most of their systems and data. Our team of experts collaborates with enterprise organisations such as data centres, universities, hospitals, and real estate developers to promote seamless interoperability across their teams and technologies. We are experiencing an exciting phase of expansion and actively searching for new talent to join our team. We’re a close‑knit team with a high‑performance culture, but we don’t like to take ourselves too seriously. Our diversity and inclusivity are a point of pride, and we have created a highly interactive remote work environment that encourages mutual respect and individuality while fostering opportunities for employees to excel both personally and professionally. We offer competitive benefits, remote work experiences, flexible work arrangements, various career development opportunities, employee resource groups, and more. Avicado’s unwavering dedication to creating a remarkable workplace experience has been widely acknowledged by experts in the industry. We are thrilled to have attained the highly coveted "Great Place to Work" certification and to have been included on Inc.’s esteemed Best Workplaces list for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are humbled to have received the AYA Award, which recognises allies who promote equality and actively foster positive change for women in technology. At Avicado, we take pride in fostering a culture that is both inclusive and supportive, especially for women in the technology industry. These accolades are a testament to our ongoing efforts to foster a culture of inclusion, mutual respect, and professional growth for all members of our team. If you are a self‑motivated individual who wants to work with Fortune 500 clients in a rapidly growing company, we encourage you to join us! EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr Avicado Construction Technology Services, LLC