Assistant Preconstruction Manager

Socket.dev; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers Project Leaders is seeking an Assistant Preconstruction Manager to join our Construction Solutions team in Canada. You will apply design, cost estimating, and construction experience to optimize client projects from planning through construction, while minimizing risks and maximizing value.

You will lead design meetings, review drawings, and develop CMPs, coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners across Canada.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering or Architecture, or a related field, with construction experience.
• PMP qualifications preferred or willing to obtain within one year.
• Knowledge of building codes, health & safety regulations, and permit requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and design details.
• Knowledge of trades in commercial, industrial and civil construction.
• Familiarity with MS Office and Google Workspace tools.
• Experience with project management tools like MS Project or Gantt charts.

Responsibilities

• Provide preconstruction leadership to deliver value-based design and constructability options for projects across Canada.
• Engage in design meetings with owners, architects and engineers to optimize cost, schedule, quality, and constructability.
• Review drawings (2D/3D) and specs for constructability, value engineering, and sequencing options.
• Prepare and lead Construction Management Plans (CMP) for permitting, logistics, site conditions, and safety.
• Lead design‑assist teams of trade contractors to determine efficient sequences for renovations and upgrades.
• Provide construction management support to owners and developers, including trade procurement and Procore implementation.
• Assist with equipment integration into base buildings, coordinating designers, code consultants, and trade contractors.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess and document site conditions and progress.
• Participate in business development and proposals to grow the practice.
• Maintain project financial controls to ensure delivery within budget.
• Develop project plans and schedules aligned with our Quality Management System.
• Mentor staff and lead across all assigned projects.
• Utilize tools such as RSMeans Online, Procore, cmBuilder, SketchUp, HoloBuilder, Drones, BuildingConnected, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Skills

Preconstruction leadership

Cost estimation

Construction management

Design meetings coordination

Reading drawings

Education

Engineering

Architecture

Tools

RSMeans Online

Procore

cmBuilder

SketchUp

HoloBuilder

Drones

BuildingConnected

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Microsoft Project

Gantt charts

Job description

Overview

Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in communities and for the people who live there.

We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life.

We’ve led over 20,000+ projects that:

• Make cities more livable
• Enhance workplaces
• Create spaces people want to return to
• Improve patient care
• Deliver clean drinking water
• Build a sustainable future

And so much more.

This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities.

If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.

Your Role

We're looking for Assistant Preconstruction Managers to join our Construction Solutions team. In this role you will dig deep into design and constructability options to help optimize your client's projects. You will bring your hands‑on experience in design, cost estimating and construction to the owner’s side of the table to provide real‑time, continuous feedback throughout the planning, design, and construction phases to minimize risks and maximize value.

Responsibilities

• Provide preconstruction leadership to deliver value‑based design and constructability options for projects across Canada
• Engage in design meetings with owners, architects and engineers during the design stage to provide real‑time recommendations to optimize cost, schedule, quality and constructability variables
• Review and comment on drawings (2D and 3D) and specifications prepared by design consultants and provide recommendations for constructability, value engineering and sequencing options
• Prepare and lead the development of Construction Management Plans (CMP) to support permitting applications taking into consideration construction logistics, site conditions and utilities, traffic impacts, health & safety, and impacts on adjacent property
• Lead design‑assist teams of trade contractors and consultants to investigate major building renovations and equipment upgrades to establish the most efficient and least disruptive sequence of works within occupied facilities
• Provide construction management support to owners and developers to augment their in‑house construction teams bringing expertise in trade package development, trade procurement, construction management platform (i.e. Procore) implementation, and procedures development.
• Assist industrial clients with equipment integration into base buildings that were not originally designed for this purpose which may include assembling a team of designers, code consultants, and trade contractors to conduct feasibility studies, preliminary design, and cost estimating
• Conduct regular site visits at preconstruction and construction phases of the project to conduct site assessments and prepare documentation as may be required on each project
• Actively participate in business development and proposals for new and existing clients to help grow the business and expand our professional service offering
• Maintain internal financial control of projects managed to ensure all activities and deliverables are managed within budget
• Prepare project plans and schedules and maintain compliance with internal Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure deliverables are developed to a consistently high standard
• Assist with training and mentoring of staff and provide leadership across all assigned projects
• Utilize tools such as RSMeans Online, Procore, cmBuilder, SketchUp, HoloBuilder, Drones, BuildingConnected, Autodesk Construction Cloud and others to prepare deliverables for Construction Solutions

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering or Architecture, or a related field, combined with experience in the construction industry
• Assistant Preconstruction Manager:2-5 years of progressive work‑related experience in design, cost estimating, and/or construction
• Professional Engineering or Architecture qualifications will be given preference
• PMP qualifications will be given preference, or willingness to obtain within one year
• Demonstrated familiarity with building codes, health & safety regulations,and regulatory permit requirements for the construction industry
• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings and design details
• In‑depth knowledge of trades relevant to commercial, industrial and civil construction
• Knowledge of government regulations regarding the construction industry
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook; in addition to Google communication tools like Gmail and Google Docs
• Knowledge of project management tools like Microsoft Project / Gantt chart planning tools

Don’t have every single qualification? We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.

What you can expect:

• An opportunity to truly impact our communities
• A flexible work environment
• A comprehensive onboarding experience
• Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program
• A paid volunteer day
• An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences
• And much more!

Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities.

Approximate Salary Range for Assistant Preconstruction Manager: $70,000 to $90,000

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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Disclaimer

Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 18,000 professionals operating in 63 countries.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use:

We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full‑time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.