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Preconstruction Manager

Job in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, 95199, USA
Listing for: ArchKey Solutions
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Operations Manager, Estimator
  • Engineering
    Operations Manager, Estimator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Arch Key Solutions – Preconstruction Manager position based out of our San Jose, CA office. Department:
Project Delivery | Category:
Preconstruction.

Position Title: Preconstruction Manager
Location: San Jose, CA, United States

Description

Preconstruction Manager. This position is based out of our San Jose, CA office.

About Arch Key

Arch Key is one of the nation s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We re the POWER behind making the improbable possible.

We are electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We re not just energizing infrastructure, we re energizing careers, communities, and the future.

Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.

Position responsibilities
  • As a Preconstruction Manager, you will be responsible for managing all preconstruction activities on large volume commercial construction projects, including developing preliminary budgets, value engineering, preconstruction schedules, procurement plans, prequalification of subcontractors, detailed take-off, and oversight of the estimating process. Key responsibilities include management and coordination of people, processes and procedures, software and other resources used to perform estimating functions.
  • Manage bid package scopes, the subcontractor/supplier bidding process, evaluation of bids, problem resolution, final reviews of estimates, presentation of detailed estimates of the work, job communication and client satisfaction activities. Directs and supervises activities of each project for quality and accuracy of work. This includes performing estimates, assisting with established goals, and communicating expected standards of performance and quality for others.
  • Determine which projects to pursue, based upon probability and opportunity for future growth. Assign responsibilities for estimating teams on each project. Develop and maintain Accubid software through database evolution and updates. Work with the project team and others to determine general expenses, labor rates, scope and other elements associated with the project.
  • Prepare preliminary, schematic, design development, construction estimates and studies during preconstruction, monitor design development cost trends to detect over-runs and potential problem areas. Direct the value engineering process.
  • Ensure the accuracy of the estimate. Review drawings, specifications and all other construction documents and communicate construction-related problems, information gaps and potential risks involved in general conditions and supplementary conditions. Ensure all estimates and RFPs are fulfilled to the customer s or the Company s conditions for satisfaction.
  • Prepare budgets, estimates, and bid proposals, real-time cost analysis and recommendations to meet or exceed the project s overall budget, schedule, and customer expectations. Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier information and pricing. Maintain confidentiality of all client pricing and intellectual property information.
  • Participate in the preparation of construction schedules for estimating purposes. Maintain current estimating records, studies, unit prices, budget estimates, etc. Direct and assist architects and engineers with design responsibilities. Support project manager(s) with evaluation of subcontractor proposals. Assist in the interview procurement process.
  • Create opportunities to build long-term relationships with general contractors, owners and engineers through networking and marketing. Communicate how the Company can bring a value-added…
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