Preconstruction Project Manager , II Senior - Talent Pool

Preconstruction Project Manager I, II, & Senior - Talent Pool

Samet Corporation | Greensboro, NC
· Raleigh, NC
· Charlotte, NC
· Wilmington, NC
· Charleston, SC
· Savannah, GA

This is an evergreen talent-pipeline posting open across all six Samet offices — not a specific, currently open position.

Great careers rarely start with perfect timing. That's why we like to meet strong Pre-Construction Project Managers before a seat opens up. Applying here puts you on our radar across all six Samet offices—so when the right opportunity fits, whether that's now or a few months down the road, we already know you and you already know us. No perfect timing required;

we'd just love to start the conversation.

Pre-Construction Project Managers shape how clients experience Samet before a shovel hits the ground. You'll coordinate professional design services, build accurate conceptual-through-contract cost estimates, run value engineering, and manage the design and bidding process, turning ideas and budgets into buildable, fundable projects.

From estimating and constructability to client presentations and project turnover, you own the preconstruction experience and mentor the team that delivers it. If you love the strategy and the numbers behind great buildings, this is where preconstruction careers are built at Samet.

Levels & Experience

• Pre-Con Project Manager I — Performs take-offs and conceptual-through-contract estimates, coordinates with designers, runs bidder solicitation, and supports proposals. Typically 2–4 years of related experience; estimating software (MC²/Sage) and Primavera familiarity valued.
• Pre-Con Project Manager II — Leads comprehensive preconstruction services end to end — negotiating professional service agreements, developing sophisticated budgets and schedules, leading sales presentations, and managing design coordination and risk. Typically 8–12 years of preconstruction, design coordination, or project management experience.
• Pre-Con Project Manager, Senior — Leads advanced cost estimation and value engineering, with emphasis on MEP systems, life-cycle cost analysis, and CPM scheduling, while mentoring team members. Typically 5–7 years of estimating experience;
  Sage Estimating and LEED accreditation preferred.

What You'll Do

• Prepare accurate conceptual, preliminary, and contract cost estimates — including general conditions, site development, and building systems — using computer-based estimating software.
• Perform quantitative take-offs and detailed quantitative surveys, and maintain historical cost data to improve future estimates.
• Develop life-cycle cost analyses and value engineering studies, including for mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Lead preparation of preconstruction proposals and negotiate professional service agreements with architects, engineers, and specialty consultants.
• Develop conceptual budgets and preliminary/CPM schedules, and monitor design schedules against project milestones.
• Set up and execute vendor/subcontractor bidder solicitation (goal of three bids per trade) and coordinate bid-day activities and market coverage.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and designers to understand design concepts and ensure constructability and code compliance.
• Review and analyze design documents for accuracy, completeness, and constructability, and complete drawing coordination reviews.
• Write detailed scopes of work and technical specifications, and reconcile client program against design scope.
• Identify risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies for cost and design integration.
• Attend and lead sales presentations to prospective clients, and document meetings and commitments for accountability.
• Use BIM technologies and project collaboration platforms to drive efficiency, and stay current on materials, systems, codes, and trends.
• Attend project turnover meetings to transition projects to construction, and mentor junior preconstruction staff.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Preconstruction, estimating, or design coordination experience appropriate to the level (see Levels & Experience above).
• Proficiency…