Pre-Construction Manager in Asheville

Energy Jobline ZR; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Preconstruction Manager for commercial construction projects in the Carolinas, spanning commercial, healthcare and education sectors. The role emphasizes leading preconstruction from concept to award, collaborating with owners, architects and design teams to craft accurate budgets and schedules.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of GC preconstruction experience, expertise in conceptual estimating and procurement, and strong communication and organizational skills

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating/preconstruction experience with a GC.
• Experience on commercial, healthcare and/or education projects.
• Strong skills in conceptual estimating, budgeting, bid preparation and subcontractor procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction activities from initial concept through final estimate and contract award.
• Review drawings, specifications and design documents to develop accurate budgets, estimates and project schedules.
• Work closely with owners, architects, design teams and project managers throughout the preconstruction process.
• Provide value engineering and cost-saving recommendations.
• Develop procurement strategies and identify project risks and cost efficiencies.
• Solicit, review and negotiate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Build and maintain relationships with trade partners and suppliers.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, bid packages and final contract pricing.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Destiny (Beck Technology)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

About the Company

Preconstruction Manager – General Contractor

A well-established, family-owned General Contractor in the Carolinas is seeking a Preconstruction professional to support commercial construction projects across the commercial, healthcare and education sectors. The company offers expertise in construction management, design-build, virtual construction, green building and public-private partnerships, with a strong focus on professional development, teamwork and long-term career growth.

About the Role

Preconstruction professional to support commercial construction projects across the commercial, healthcare and education sectors, leading preconstruction activities and collaborating with owners, architects, design teams and project managers throughout the preconstruction process.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction activities from initial concept through final estimate and contract award.
• Review drawings, specifications and design documents to develop accurate budgets, estimates and project schedules.
• Work closely with owners, architects, design teams and project managers throughout the preconstruction process.
• Provide value engineering and cost-saving recommendations.
• Develop procurement strategies and identify project risks and cost efficiencies.
• Solicit, review and negotiate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Build and maintain relationships with trade partners and suppliers.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, bid packages and final contract pricing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience in estimating or preconstruction with a General Contractor.
• Experience across commercial, healthcare and/or education projects .
• Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, budgeting, bid preparation and subcontractor procurement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Destiny (Beck Technology) or similar estimating software .
• Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, design teams and internal project teams.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, budgeting, bid preparation and subcontractor procurement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, design teams and internal project teams.

Skills

• Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, budgeting, bid preparation and subcontractor procurement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, design teams and internal project teams.