Preconstruction Manager - General Construction

The company is a well-established and growing construction firm with a strong reputation in the multi-family residential sector. Known for delivering high-quality, on-time projects, the company prides itself on fostering long-term relationships with clients and providing a supportive, team-oriented culture for its employees. With several large-scale developments in the pipeline, the firm is positioned for sustained growth and operational excellence.

As the company continues to expand, it seeks top-tier talent to support its vision—offering a compelling career path for those ready to take on more responsibility.

The company is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager with a proven background in the multi-family construction sector. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in leading preconstruction efforts, including budgeting, estimating, design coordination, and client interfacing from project inception through hand-off to operations.

This role offers a strategic career opportunity: The current Vice President overseeing preconstruction is expected to retire within the next 2–3 years. The successful candidate will be considered for succession, making this a high-impact position with long-term leadership potential.

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  Lead and manage the preconstruction process for multiple multi-family projects

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  Collaborate with developers, architects, engineers, and internal teams to drive efficient and cost-effective solutions

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  Develop and manage preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates, and value engineering strategies

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  Oversee design development, ensuring alignment with budget and schedule goals

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  Support the business development team with project pursuits and presentations

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  Mentor and develop junior estimating staff

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in preconstruction or estimating roles, with a focus on multi-family construction

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex preconstruction processes from concept to construction

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and building codes

• Proficiency with estimating software and tools (e.g., Bluebeam, ProEst, On-Screen Takeoff, etc.)

• Excellent communication and client-facing skills

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