Pre Construction Manager

Specialized Recruiting Group - Charlotte, NC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting group in Charlotte seeks a Pre-Construction Manager to lead estimating for multifamily construction projects. This role emphasizes collaboration, mentoring, and accurate bidding to support the company's growth in the commercial sector. Candidates with 5-7 years of commercial estimating experience and familiarity with estimating software are highly preferred.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Experience in multifamily construction is a strong preference.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, specs, and architectural plans.
• Proven ability to manage multiple bids concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the estimating department, ensuring accurate and timely bids.
• Prepare detailed estimates for key projects to ensure profitability.
• Collaborate with field and project management teams for smooth transitions.

Skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Mentorship

Education

5–7 years of commercial construction estimating experience

Experience with estimating software

Tools

Bluebeam

OST

PlanSwift

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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Specialized Recruiting Group- Charlotte is looking for a Pre-Construction Manager for a growing team here in Charlotte. They offer an exceptional culture, a runway to grow your career and competitive benefits package.

The Pre-Construction Manager is responsible for leading the estimating function for commercial projects in commercial construction with a primary focus on multifamily construction. This leadership role is accountable for delivering accurate, competitive bids, mentoring a growing team of estimators, and driving the continuous improvement of estimating processes. The position serves as a critical link between business development, field operations, and executive leadership—ensuring the company wins profitable work and is operationally prepared to execute it at a high level.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Pre-Construction Manager will play a vital leadership role in the Estimating Department — personally managing key project estimates while mentoring and supporting a growing estimating team.
• Set performance goals and conduct regular performance reviews for estimating staff.
• Recruit, hire, and onboard new estimators as needed to support growth.
• Drives accountability and alignment to meet operational and branding objectives

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lead and manage the estimating department, ensuring accurate and timely bids for commercial projects.
• Prepare detailed estimates for key projects, ensuring full scope of coverage and targeted profitability.
• Serve as a strategic partner to Business Development, Project Management, and Field Leadership to align bid strategy with operational execution.
• Mentor and train junior estimators, fostering a culture of ownership, accuracy, and accountability.
• Implement and improve estimating workflows, tools, and templates to increase speed and consistency.
• Collaborate with field and project management teams to ensure seamless handoffs from pre- construction to execution.
• Review bid documents and clarify scope ambiguities to mitigate risk exposure and ensure comprehensive bids.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Stay informed on market trends, construction methods, material pricing, and labor rates relevant to our trade scopes.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, job walks, and proposal presentations as needed.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• 5–7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
• Experience working for a specialty contractor or commercial general contractor.
• Strong preference for experience in multifamily construction.
• Prior experience leading or mentoring estimating teams.
• Proficiency with estimating software (Bluebeam, OST, PlanSwift, or equivalent) and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, specs, and architectural plans.
• Excellent time management, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple bids concurrently and deliver under tight deadlines.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Construction and Building Construction

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401(k)

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