Early-Phase Preconstruction Lead

IPS - Integrated Project Services, LLC; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 104,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

IPS - Integrated Project Services, LLC is seeking an Early Preconstruction Manager for our U.S. offices (MA, NJ, PA, MD, NC, KS, CA).

You will lead all preconstruction activities to fully scope, budget, schedule, and permit projects, driving decisions from initiation through construction readiness and handing off to the execution team. Responsibilities include governance, risk management, cost control, and collaboration with design, procurement, and CQV teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction management, or related discipline, OR 5 years of experience in project delivery related to preconstruction activities.
• 5+ years of experience in project delivery related to preconstruction activities for various levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional kickoff meetings and define communications, roles and escalation paths.
• Develop preconstruction execution plans and govern project budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate design iterations, VE workshops, and cost impact estimates with estimators.
• Manage risk registers, governance, and project controls to ensure readiness before construction.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction management or related

Tools

MS Project

Oracle P6

Job description

IPS - Integrated Project Services, LLC is seeking an Early Preconstruction Manager for our U.S. offices (MA, NJ, PA, MD, NC, KS, CA).

You will lead all preconstruction activities to fully scope, budget, schedule, and permit projects, driving decisions from initiation through construction readiness and handing off to the execution team. Responsibilities include governance, risk management, cost control, and collaboration with design, procurement, and CQV teams.