Preconstruction Manager

Preconstruction Manager

$110000 - $165000 per year | Birmingham, AL | On-site | Permanent

About Us

We are a nationally recognized design-build and construction services firm specializing in delivering complex commercial, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, food and beverage, automotive, and mission-critical facilities across North America. Our integrated approach combines architecture, engineering, preconstruction, construction, and project management services to provide innovative, cost-effective solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.

For decades, we have built a reputation for delivering high-quality projects, fostering long-term client relationships, and maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety, integrity, collaboration, and operational excellence. Our teams are driven by a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability, enabling us to consistently exceed client expectations.

We believe our people are our greatest asset. We invest in professional development, encourage collaboration across disciplines, and empower team members to take ownership of meaningful projects that shape industries and communities. Whether supporting a client's first facility or expanding a global footprint, our goal is to deliver exceptional results while building lasting partnerships.

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, disability, and supplemental insurance
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development and continuing education
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee wellness and mental health resources
• Collaborative, employee-focused culture

Preconstruction Manager

The Preconstruction Manager leads day-to-day preconstruction efforts for assigned projects and pursuits, coordinating estimating, scheduling, design collaboration, procurement input, and planning activities from concept through final pricing. This role partners closely with operations, design, procurement, and clients to develop accurate estimates, manage project risks, and ensure a seamless transition into construction.

• Lead day-to-day preconstruction activities for assigned projects and pursuits, coordinating estimating, scheduling, design collaboration, and procurement through final pricing.
• Develop and manage conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed cost estimates, ensuring scope, quantities, assumptions, and pricing are complete, accurate, and aligned with project objectives.
• Prepare conceptual budgets, estimate analyses, and cost comparisons to support business development efforts, internal reviews, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with operations, design management, procurement, and scheduling teams to evaluate constructability, project phasing, site logistics, and execution strategies.
• Partner with clients, architects, engineers, trade partners, and vendors to clarify project scope, validate assumptions, and develop reliable budgets and schedules.
• Review subcontractor and vendor proposals to ensure scope alignment, identify exclusions or gaps, and develop complete and defensible pricing.
• Identify, document, and communicate project risks, opportunities, value engineering ideas, and key cost drivers while providing recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Coordinate and mentor preconstruction team members assigned to projects by providing guidance, reviewing work for accuracy and completeness, and supporting professional development.
• Utilize established preconstruction processes, estimating tools, historical cost data, and industry best practices while contributing to continuous process improvement.
• Support project handoff activities to ensure a smooth transition from preconstruction to construction operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, construction management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of commercial or industrial construction estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews, procurement, and project planning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and industry-standard estimating, scheduling, and project management software.

• Experience leading preconstruction efforts on complex commercial, industrial, manufacturing, healthcare, or large-scale construction projects.
• Knowledge of value engineering, conceptual estimating, and cost benchmarking.
• Familiarity with BIM…