Preconstruction Manager

Preconstruction Manager - Commercial Construction - High Point, NC

We are seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to join an established and growing commercial construction firm and play a leadership role in shaping projects from early concept through contract award. This position sits at the center of planning, pricing, and strategy, partnering closely with Operations, Business Development, Owners, Architects, and Trade Partners to ensure projects are positioned for success before construction begins.

This role is well-suited for a senior preconstruction professional who brings a strong technical foundation, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to building projects. You will have ownership of complex estimates, meaningful influence over project direction, and direct involvement with client teams and internal leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of conceptual, schematic, design-build, and lump-sum estimates across multiple commercial sectors
• Collaborate with Owners, Architects, Operations, and Business Development to define scope, budgets, and overall project strategy
• Review drawings, specifications, and supporting documents for completeness, constructability, and potential risk exposure
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and comprehensive bid packages that clearly define scope and pricing
• Develop bidder lists, solicit subcontractor and vendor proposals, evaluate pricing, and perform detailed bid levelling to support award recommendations
• Lead pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess existing conditions, logistics, and project challenges
• Partner with Operations and Business Development to support preliminary schedules, phasing plans, logistics, and pursuit strategies
• Maintain and analyze historical cost data, estimating databases, and pricing models to support future preconstruction efforts
• Contribute to value engineering conversations and alternative solution development that aligns cost, schedule, and design intent

Experience and Skills

• Minimum of 8 years of commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience with a general contractor.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, means, and cost drivers across commercial building types.
• Advanced ability to read, interpret, and analyze construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to lead discussions across multiple teams.
• Proven ability to conceptualize projects from limited early information and manage multiple estimates under tight deadlines.
• Experience with estimating and construction software such as Sage Timberline, PlanSwift, Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or comparable platforms.
• Experience with pre-engineered metal buildings is a plus, but not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred or equivalent industry experience
• Deep familiarity with preconstruction services, bidding processes, and estimating methodologies
• Experience developing scopes of work, bid instructions, and evaluating subcontractor proposals for complex projects

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation aligned with senior-level experience ($120k - $150k)
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• 401 (k) with company match
• Paid vacation and paid holidays

Why This Role

This opportunity is ideal for a Preconstruction Manager who wants to be trusted with meaningful responsibility and have a real impact on how projects are planned, priced, and delivered. You will work alongside experienced construction professionals in an environment that values preparation, collaboration, and long-term relationships over transactional work.

If you take pride in building strong estimates, asking the right questions early, and helping teams win and execute projects the right way, this role offers the platform to do just that.

Next Step

If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager ready to bring your expertise to a team that values quality, accountability, and thoughtful planning, we would welcome the opportunity to connect. Confidential inquiries and applications are encouraged, and all conversations will be handled with discretion.

Apply to learn more about this opportunity and explore whether this role aligns with the next chapter of your career.