Preconstruction Manager

Location: Greater Little Rock, Arkansas
Compensation: Starting at $105,000 base salary + annual bonuses + deferred compensation

The Preconstruction Manager will lead early-phase project planning and cost development efforts, ensuring alignment of scope, budget, and schedule throughout the design and preconstruction process. This individual will collaborate closely with owners, design partners, and internal leadership to support competitive pursuits and negotiated projects across a diverse commercial portfolio.

Base Salary: Starting at $105,000/yr

Deferred Compensation Bonus: Equivalent to two weeks of pay
, paid annually (subject to company performance)

Develop conceptual budgets, cost models, and early-phase estimates from programmatic and preliminary design information

Evaluate design documents, value-engineering options, and constructability considerations

Lead subcontractor outreach, scope development, and bid evaluations as required

Manage GMP development including allowances, contingencies, and risk analysis

Facilitate collaboration among owners, architect/engineer teams, and internal operations

Participate in client meetings and presentations, representing the company with professionalism

Support smooth turnover of awarded projects to operations and project management teams

Minimum 7 years of experience in preconstruction and/or estimating with a commercial general contractor

Experience across multiple commercial project types (education, municipal, institutional, retail, or related sectors)

Strong understanding of building systems, sequencing, and project delivery methods

Proficiency with estimating and construction technology platforms such as Bluebeam, OST, Excel, and Procore

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

Proven ability to manage multiple pursuits and deadlines simultaneously

Successful candidates will demonstrate strong analytical capability, communication skills, and the ability to lead collaborative discussions with owners, design teams, and internal stakeholders. A proactive, solutions-driven mindset and high professional standards are essential.

Competitive compensation with structured bonus components

Stable and well-regarded general contractor with long-standing regional presence

Supportive, team-focused work environment with flexibility for family and personal needs

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and project portfolio for confidential consideration.