Lead Preconstruction Manager, Commercial Construction – Houston

Professional Recruiting Consultants, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) and retirement-related benefits

Health Savings Account and Flexible Sp

Wellness benefits

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid vacation, sick/wellness time, and

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

Additional discretionary compensation

Job summary

Professional Recruiting Consultants, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager for a Houston-based commercial general contractor.

You will lead the preconstruction and estimating team, guide complex bids from concept to GMP or lump-sum, and collaborate with owners, architects and trade partners. This on-site, full-time role offers a base salary of $140,000 to $205,000 plus a strong bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial building construction experience with a GC.
• Experience managing estimators or preconstruction professionals.
• Experience taking projects from conceptual budgeting through GMP or lump-sum pricing.
• Familiarity with the Houston market and local trade partners.
• Degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preconstruction and estimating team across pursuits and active projects.
• Set expectations for estimate quality and delivery; coach staff and hire talent.
• Lead or review budgets, GMP proposals, and lump-sum bids for complex projects.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners on scope and cost.
• Coordinate with operations on constructability, trade pricing, and handoffs to construction.
• Support pursuits and client presentations; keep estimating practices current with pricing trends.

Skills

Preconstruction leadership

Estimating management

GMP pricing

Large-scale projects

Houston market knowledge

Education

Construction management degree

Job description

Professional Recruiting Consultants, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager for a Houston-based commercial general contractor.

You will lead the preconstruction and estimating team, guide complex bids from concept to GMP or lump-sum, and collaborate with owners, architects and trade partners. This on-site, full-time role offers a base salary of $140,000 to $205,000 plus a strong bonus and comprehensive benefits.