Senior Preconstruction Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLEMOINE, a Great Place to Work®-Certified company is seeking an experienced Senior Preconstruction Manager in commercial building construction.The Senior Preconstruction Manager is responsible for gathering any and all data required in preparing conceptual, negotiated, and competitive bid estimates for multiple project delivery methods across a wide variety of project types. Responsible for conceptual estimating, cost analysis, and estimate coordination to ensure accurate and complete estimates. Responsible for managing outside design teams, providing qualitative work product feedback, and design schedule adherence while leading a preconstruction team through multiple, iterative budget estimates and balancing design goals and construction cost limitations to arrive at the best value to ensure positive client relations.Job Responsibilities:Review plans, specifications, and design documents to identify constructability issues, cost impacts, risks, and opportunities for value analysis or cost savings.Support the Chief and Lead Estimators in managing preconstruction services, including estimating, budgeting, scheduling, bidding, and planning across multiple project types.Review plans, specifications, and design documents to identify constructability issues, cost impacts, risks, and opportunities for value analysis or cost savings.Prepare and lead detailed estimates, conceptual budgets, opinions of probable cost, bid proposals, contingencies, and final project budgets in accordance with company procedures.Coordinate RFIs, clarifications, bid lists, subcontractor outreach, bid day coverage, and post-bid buyouts to ensure complete and accurate scope coverage.Collaborate with project managers, owners, architects, and engineers to manage budget expectations, support design decisions, and assist with design/build pursuits.Evaluate subcontractor pricing, labor rates, productivity, and historical cost data to validate estimates and maintain a construction cost database.When leading an estimate, manage the internal preconstruction team, oversee estimate reviews and approvals, attend pre-bid meetings, and complete estimate turnover.Provide leadership and mentorship to estimators and project engineers, conduct performance reviews, support training and development, and promote company values.Maintain strong trade partner and client relationships, support subcontractor prequalification, sourcing, and feedback in a competitive market.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited University in Construction Management, Engineering, or related curriculum or equivalent work experience.8+ years of professional experience in project management, field supervision, or estimating/pre-construction roles for a commercial general contractor or subcontractor.Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software programs.Solid skills in the areas of math, budgeting, financial analysis, as well as excellent teamwork, communication (written and oral), and interpersonal skills.A leadership style that is entrepreneurial and creative and a solution-focused approach when addressing challenges.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Lemoine Company, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications are considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability. Only job-related factors will be considered in deciding applicants' qualifications for positions. Job Posted by ApplicantPro