Preconstruction Manager

Position Overview

Clark Pacific is seeking a Preconstruction / Design Integration Manager to lead and coordinate design-phase and preconstruction efforts for Design‑Build projects. This role ensures alignment across design, estimating, procurement, and construction planning to deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and aligned with stakeholder expectations.

This position plays a critical role in managing the design phase, including defining key deliverables, driving design schedules, identifying and resolving risks early, and leading procurement and buyout efforts. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless project progression and a smooth transition into construction.

$160,000 – $200,000 annually, depending on experience.

• Lead and manage design-phase planning, cost management, and value engineering efforts
• Oversee permit processes and coordinate with agencies and owners to secure approvals
• Manage design deliverables to ensure quality, timeliness, and compliance
• Monitor design progress to maintain alignment with schedules and budgets
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to define design expectations and milestones
• Facilitate resolution of RFIs, scope questions, and design issues
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions to maintain budget and schedule goals
• Lead value optimization efforts and cost‑saving strategies
• Coordinate specifications, utilities, BIM requirements, and owner‑vendor integration
• Develop buyout strategies and support GMP and bid approaches
• Implement LEAN practices and continuous improvement processes
• Provide design management training and improve internal processes

Internal: Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Field Operations, Finance

External: Owners, Architects, Consultants, Subcontractors, Permit Agencies

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing and coordinating design disciplines
• Proven experience leading design-phase efforts on construction projects
• Strong understanding of cost control, budgeting, and scheduling

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA)
• LEED AP or DBIA certification
• Experience in design‑build delivery methods
• Field experience in construction and design coordination

• Strong leadership and stakeholder coordination skills
• Ability to align design, cost, and schedule objectives
• Knowledge of building systems including structure, envelope, MEPF, and site work
• Experience with BIM coordination and design workflows
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, including Kaiser and VSP options
• Medical FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Voluntary ancillary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Whole Life Insurance
• 401k matching: 100% of the first 3% and then 50% of the next 2%

Benefits are subject to a waiting period.

Clark Pacific is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.

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