Assistant Preconstruction Manager

Frampton Construction Co; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO and community service days

Performance bonuses

Monthly gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

Frampton Construction Co in Charleston, SC, is looking for an Assistant Preconstruction Manager to support the preconstruction team by managing scopes, coordinating trade partners, and developing precise estimates.

This role is essential in translating design intent into pricing clarity while ensuring adherence to FCC standards. The ideal candidate will possess experience in team management and knowledge of relevant technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in preconstruction or related fields, focusing on team management.
• Knowledge of preconstruction technologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project teams from inception to turnover, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
• Provide precise and competitive estimates based on cost trends and material lead times.
• Guide and develop team members, supporting their growth in technical and leadership competencies.

Skills

Understanding Delivery Models

Preconstruction Scheduling

Ability to Complete an Estimate

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field

Tools

Destini Estimator

Building Connected

Job description

Assistant Preconstruction Manager

Supports FCC preconstruction team by managing assigned scopes, coordinating trade partners, and developing accurate estimates. Plays a key role in translating design intent into pricing clarity while maintaining FCC’s standards for accuracy, organization, and client service.

Progression Statement: This position includes all FCC Senior Preconstruction Coordinator responsibilities and expands to managing assigned scopes independently, leading specific project pursuits, and owning direct coordination with design teams and trade partners.

Overview of Role + Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Oversee project teams from inception to turnover, ensuring alignment with client objectives and FCC standards.
• Estimation & Cost Trends: Stay updated on cost trends, material lead times, and project components to provide precise and competitive estimates.
• Process & Consistency: Implement FCC preconstruction standards, including kickoff meetings, proposal delivery, and branding.
• Mentoring & Development: Guide and develop team members, supporting their growth in technical and leadership competencies.

Smart Skills

• Understanding Delivery Models
  • Understand the appropriate instances to utilize specific delivery models and be aware of the associated risks and opportunities tied to each model
  • Familiar with how different delivery models impact client strategy, subcontractor strategy
  • Orchestrate risk mitigation for ambiguously defined scopes by strategically employing allowances, clarifications, and exclusions, seamlessly integrating these measures into contractual agreements
• Preconstruction Scheduling
  • Understand the preconstruction timeline and key milestone dates extending from the due diligence phase through contract execution
  • Properly generate a project schedule with accurate logic
  • Craft and refine the schedule's critical path while understanding the influencing factors throughout the project
• Ability to Complete an Estimate
  • Establish a methodology to guarantee accuracy in estimates and implement quality control measures
  • Articulate cost information to clients and gather relevant market data to ensure accuracy and transparency
  • Retain historical costs and adeptly applying them to current estimates for enhanced accuracy and informed decision‑making

Healthy Skills

• Community Involvement - Building Your Network
  • Identify professional organizations that will expose you to the desired connections for professional growth
  • Identify philanthropic organizations that clients and trade partners are engaged in for support
  • Actively seek professional connections through scholastic backgrounds, professional similarities, and public interaction
• Mature Decision Making
  • Decisively make sound and informed decisions that are easily defended with FCC culture
  • Understand the urgency and timeliness of the situation given the time value of resources
  • Think through situations and possible outcomes prior to responding to the situation for all stakeholders
• Field Leader / Captain / Influencing Those Below You
  • Reach agreements and compromises in a way that benefits all parties involved
  • Awareness and respect for cultural differences and the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Inspire and create energy around future opportunities

Qualifications + Preferred Experience

• Experience: Minimum 3 years in preconstruction or related fields, with a focus on team management.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of preconstruction technologies (Destini Estimator, Building Connected).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field preferred.

Benefits Overview

• 100% employer‑paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match and financial planning support.
• Generous PTO, including company holidays and additional community service days.
• Performance bonuses tied to personal and company success.
• Monthly gym membership reimbursement.