PRECONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Choate Construction Company; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage Options

401k Profit Sharing Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Choate Construction Company is looking for an Assistant Preconstruction Manager in Raleigh, NC. This role is vital in supporting the preconstruction phase through effective estimating and scheduling, ensuring projects meet cost objectives.

The ideal candidate will maintain strong professional relationships and communicate proactively with teams to enhance project success. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Strong relationships with stakeholders and a proactive communication style are essential.
• Experience in estimating, scheduling, and managing project scopes.

Responsibilities

• Support daily coordination and management of the preconstruction phase.
• Prepare detailed estimates and assist with takeoffs.
• Develop project strategies and logistics plans.

Skills

Relationship building

Professional communication

Estimating and scheduling

Safety commitment

Job description

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Assistant Preconstruction Manager is primarily responsible for supporting the daily coordination, management, and successful execution of the preconstruction phase of projects. This role assists in ensuring that cost objectives are met through effective estimating, scheduling, bidding, and contracting efforts. The Assistant Preconstruction Manager collaborates closely with internal teams and external partners to help drive project success and is capable of managing smaller scopes or specific disciplines within a project.

YOU COULD BE THE NEXT CHOATE ASSISTANT PRECONSTRUCTION MANAGER IF…

• You build and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to support successful project outcomes.


• You represent the company with professionalism and integrity at all times, helping to enhance its reputation and promote future business opportunities.


• You communicate proactively, identifying and sharing new project opportunities and keeping leadership informed of any risks or challenges.


• You support preconstruction efforts by preparing detailed estimates, assisting with takeoffs, analyzing bids, and contributing to cost modeling throughout design phases.


• You collaborate with the Preconstruction Manager and project teams to develop project strategies, schedules, logistics plans, and presentations for clients.


• You demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by modeling behaviors that prioritize the well‑being of every team member on every project.


• You continuously grow your knowledge of construction processes, tools, and financial drivers while actively contributing to team improvement and your own professional development.

BENEFITS OF BEING A FULL TIME CHOATE EMPLOYEE OWNER

• Medical Coverage Options: Surest, a copay plan, or High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account


• Dental & Vision Coverage


• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent)


• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance


• 401k Profit Sharing Plan


• Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy


• Parental Leave


• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability


• College Student Debt Reduction Program


• Employee Assistance & Financial Wellness Programs


• Employee Referral Program


• Charitable Contribution Matching ($1,000 per year per employee)


• Stewardship Day (Community Volunteering)


• Choate offers a safe working environment that prioritizes our team's well‑being.

WHY JOIN AN ESOP

• Financial Stake: Your hard work directly builds your personal wealth


• Ownership mentality: Pride, purpose, and investment in every outcome


• All‑in culture: A team that holds each other up, because we are all in this together

Choate Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a safe work environment and to fostering the well‑being and health of its employees.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Choate is a drug‑free workplace and pre‑employment drug screening is required for all new hires.