Pre-Construction Manager​/Gestionnaire de Pré-construction

Overview:

Reporting directly to the Director of Construction, the Pre-Construction Manager is responsible for leading and managing all pre-construction activities from initial concept through to the start of the project. This role ensures that projects are properly scoped, budgeted, scheduled, and de-risked prior to construction, while aligning client expectations, design intent, and execution strategy. The Pre-Construction Manager acts as the key liaison between clients, design teams, consultants, and internal project teams to deliver accurate, competitive, and executable project plans.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Construction Leadership:

• Lead the pre-construction phase for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost plans, and estimates at all design stages (concept, schematic, DD, CD).
• Establish project schedules, milestones, and phasing strategies.
• Identify risks, constraints, and opportunities early in the process.

Estimating & Cost Management:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and quantity take-offs.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Conduct value engineering exercises while maintaining design integrity.
• Monitor cost evolution throughout design development and ensure alignment with client budgets.

Design Coordination:

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure constructability.
• Review drawings and specifications for completeness, accuracy, and coordination.
• Provide technical input on materials, systems, and construction methodologies.
• Ensure alignment between design intent and budget constraints.

Procurement Strategy:

• Develop procurement plans, including packaging and bid strategies.
• Identify long-lead items and critical procurement risks.
• Prequalify subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage bid processes, leveling, and recommendations.

Client & Stakeholder Management:

• Act as primary point of contact during pre-construction phase.
• Present budgets, schedules, and project strategies to clients and stakeholders.
• Provide clear, proactive communication on risks, changes, and opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Handover to Construction:

• Ensure complete and accurate turnover to the construction team.
• Prepare scopes of work, tender packages, and contract documents.
• Align project team on budget, schedule, and execution plan.
• Support project startup and early construction activities.

Qualifications &

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 8-15+ years of experience in construction, with strong emphasis on pre-construction and estimating.
• Experience in commercial, retail, or high-end residential construction preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and pricing.

Core Competencies:

• Advanced estimating and cost planning skills.
• Strong understanding of scheduling and construction sequencing.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strategic mindset.

Technical

Skills:

• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Procore, Plan Swift, Bluebeam, Excel).
• Strong working knowledge of construction drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).

Key Success Factors:

• Ability to accurately predict and control project costs.
• Early identification and mitigation of risks.
• Strong alignment between design, budget, and execution.
• Smooth transition from pre-construction to construction.
• High level of client satisfaction and trust.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to:
  
  Director of Construction.
• Works closely with:
  Project Managers, Site Superintendents, Estimating Team, Finance, and External Consultants.

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Gestionnaire de pré-construction:

Sous la responsabilité directe du directeur de la construction, le Gestionnaire responsable de la phase de pré-construction est chargé de diriger et de gérer l'ensemble des activités de pré-construction, depuis la conception initiale jusqu'au lancement du projet. Ce poste vise à garantir que les projets sont correctement définis, budgétisés, planifiés…