Pre Construction Manager

iLink Resources; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

iLink Resources in Savannah, GA is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead all preconstruction activities from concept through GMP. You will develop cost estimates, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with owners, designers, and project teams to ensure a smooth transition to construction.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and proficiency with estimating software to build robust GMPs and maintain subcontractor relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in preconstruction, estimating, or construction management.
• Strong understanding of construction estimating, contracts, and project delivery methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications.
• Proficiency with construction technology and estimating software.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preconstruction process, schedules, and client expectations.
• Develop accurate quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, budgets, and GMPS and interpret construction documents, contracts, and specifications.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure successful project handoff to construction.
• Maintain and expand the subcontractor database and trade partner relationships.
• Participate in procurement, pursuit, and business development activities.
• Utilize estimating and project management software effectively.
• Apply Lean Construction principles and obtain certification as required.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with all project stakeholders.
• Uphold company policies, procedures, and professional standards.

Skills

Preconstruction experience

Estimating

Construction management

Reading drawings

Communication

Tools

Estimating software

Construction technology

Job description

The Preconstruction Manager leads all preconstruction activities from concept through Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), ensuring accurate estimating, strong client relationships, and a seamless transition to construction. This role manages budgets, schedules, subcontractor relationships, and collaboration with owners, designers, and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the preconstruction process, schedules, and client expectations.
• Develop accurate quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, budgets, and GMPS and interpret construction documents, contracts, and specifications.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure successful project handoff to construction.
• Maintain and expand the subcontractor database and trade partner relationships.
• Participate in procurement, pursuit, and business development activities.
• Utilize estimating and project management software effectively.
• Apply Lean Construction principles and obtain certification as required.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with all project stakeholders.
• Uphold company policies, procedures, and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in preconstruction, estimating, or construction management.
• Strong understanding of construction estimating, contracts, and project delivery methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications.
• Proficiency with construction technology and estimating software.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.