Preconstruction Manager Job Indianapolis Indiana USA,Construction

Location: Indianapolis

Our client, a respected Midwest General Contractor, is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead preconstruction efforts across major projects throughout the Greater Indianapolis area.

This role will oversee projects from early concept through GMP and handoff, supporting healthcare, commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, education, hospitality, and institutional developments.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the preconstruction process from concept through design development, GMP, final bid, and project handoff
Develop conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, bid packages, procurement strategies, and project schedules
Coordinate estimating input from operations teams, design partners, subcontractors, and vendors
Review drawings and specifications to identify scope gaps, risks, constructability issues, and cost-saving opportunities
Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals
Lead value engineering, budget reconciliation, constructability reviews, and alternative system evaluations
Partner with Project Executives, Project Managers, and Superintendents to align budgets, logistics, procurement, and execution strategy
Prepare and deliver client presentations, budget updates, proposals, and handoff documentation
Support business development and mentor estimating team members where required

Required Experience &

Skills:

Proven preconstruction or estimating experience with a General Contractor
Experience across healthcare, commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, education, hospitality, or institutional projects
Strong experience with conceptual estimating, GMP preparation, procurement planning, and subcontractor bid analysis
Experience with ground-up construction, renovations, occupied facilities, and phased projects
Strong understanding of construction costs, trade scopes, scheduling, logistics, and market pricing
Proficiency with platforms such as Procore, Building Connected, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar software
Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with the Greater Indianapolis construction market is preferred
A degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred

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