Senior Preconstruction Manager
Overview
Lead preconstruction for multiple commercial general contractors in Dallas–Fort Worth. Own estimates from conceptual design through GMP and buyout. Work with teams from 10 to 100+ projects, reporting to ownership or senior leadership. Direct value engineering, subcontractor negotiations, and risk analysis. Shape processes and mentor junior staff. Choose from entrepreneurial builders or established firms with clear growth paths.
What You'll Do10
- 1Lead preconstruction from conceptual design through GMP, final pricing, and project buyout.
- 2Develop detailed estimates at conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction levels.
- 3Establish and maintain project budgets through design phases.
- 4Review plans, specs, scopes, and design documents for constructability, cost, and risk.
- 5Drive value engineering and cost-saving initiatives with owners and design teams.
- 6Solicit, level, and negotiate subcontractor and vendor proposals.
- 7Build project schedules and support milestone planning.
- 8Facilitate preconstruction meetings with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
- 9Cultivate strong client, design partner, and subcontractor relationships.
- 10Mentor junior estimators and improve estimating systems.
Requirements9
- 16+ years in commercial construction with strong preconstruction and estimating.
- 2Previous role as Senior Preconstruction Manager, Senior Estimator, or Preconstruction Manager.
- 3Solid grasp of commercial construction methods, materials, pricing, and constructability.
- 4Track record of managing estimates and budgets across design stages.
- 5Clear communication with owners, architects, engineers, and leadership.
- 6Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
- 7Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- 8Experience in healthcare, data centers, education, office, or industrial is a plus.
- 9Bachelor's in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
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