Design-Build Preconstruction Lead

Jobot; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) contribution

PTO & holidays

Career growth opportunities

Competitive salary & incentives

Job summary

Jobot in Madison, WI is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead front-end planning for commercial projects. You will shape budgets, schedules, and coordination among owners, designers, and trade partners to enable smooth transitions into construction.

You will develop detailed estimates, manage GMP or lump-sum pricing, oversee constructability reviews, and guide teams through value engineering and bid packaging. A strong communicator with 7+ years in preconstruction is ideal.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project management within commercial construction.
• Proven experience leading preconstruction efforts on mid-to-large scale projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods.
• Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience working with subcontractors across multiple trades.
• Proficiency with estimating and project management software.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preconstruction phase for multiple commercial projects from conceptual design through GMP or lump-sum pricing.
• Develop and manage detailed cost estimates, budgets, and value engineering options.
• Coordinate closely with owners, architects, engineers, and internal operations teams to align scope, schedule, and cost.
• Oversee constructability reviews, risk assessments, and design development milestones.
• Prepare and manage bid packages; lead subcontractor outreach, evaluation, and leveling.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure a seamless handoff from preconstruction to construction.
• Support schedule development in coordination with project management and field leadership.
• Provide clear, professional presentations to clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Preconstruction management

Estimating

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Estimating software

PM software

Job description

Jobot in Madison, WI is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead front-end planning for commercial projects. You will shape budgets, schedules, and coordination among owners, designers, and trade partners to enable smooth transitions into construction.

You will develop detailed estimates, manage GMP or lump-sum pricing, oversee constructability reviews, and guide teams through value engineering and bid packaging. A strong communicator with 7+ years in preconstruction is ideal.