Pre-Development Manager

Elmington; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmington Construction, a Nashville-based general contractor and construction management firm, seeks a Pre-Development Construction Manager to oversee affordable multifamily projects from site selection through permitting. You will supervise architects, civil engineers, and GC teams to keep schedules and budgets on track, while coordinating with city officials on permitting.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in construction management or related field, with 10+ years in construction/CM and deep

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, business, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, schedules, and construction divisions.
• Full knowledge of pre-construction planning, scheduling, safety, cost controls, contract administration, and supervision.
• 10+ years of construction or construction management experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform due diligence on potential Architects, Civil Engineers, and other development related third parties for inclusion in development project.
• Supervise and coordinate work of Architects, Civil Engineers and other development related third parties to ensure scope is completed within budget and schedule.
• Assist in evaluating potential sites for project feasibility.
• Visit potential locations to understand project constraints.
• Meet with city officials to understand permitting process.
• Manage permit submissions and permit workflow to ensure project closing within desired timeframe.
• Ensure up-to-date, complete, and accurate records for budgets and schedules.
• Collaborate during project design process and assist General Contractor pricing efforts.
• Evaluate value engineering as needed to ensure project budgets are maintained.
• Participate in weekly and monthly reporting to senior management with data input into presentable excel format.
• Function both in a team-oriented setting and independently.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

lead with authority

relationship management

ownership mindset

manage complexity

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

knowledge of building codes and schedules

knowledge of general contracting process

10+ years in construction/CM

Job description

Elmington Construction is a Nashville-based general contractor and construction management company providing comprehensive residential and commercial services with a partnership approach. We specialize in affordable and multi-family housing and have completed 36 projects with 21 more under construction in states across the US.

Our experienced leadership team understands market dynamics and has refined our processes to minimize typical construction conflicts, delivering exceptional results that provide clients confidence and peace of mind throughout their journey with the Elmington family.

All activities will be performed in support of the values of Elmington Construction.

Integrity ~ Precision ~ Growth ~ Driven ~ Relationships

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pre-Development Construction Manager manages execution of Affordable Multifamily Developments through site selection, planning, design and permitting. Demonstrates capability to read, understand and apply standards to documents affecting the projects, including but not limited to: agreements / contracts, work letters, surveys and drawings. Oversees Civil Engineers, Architects, and General Contractors to ensure project stays on schedule and within budget.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Skillful at leading with authority and diplomacy
• Excels at managing relationships
• Assumes ownership
• Manages complexity

SPECIFIC EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or business or a related field
• Proficient understanding and knowledge of building codes, construction divisions and developing schedules
• Full knowledge of general contracting construction process including pre-construction planning, scheduling, safety, cost controls, contract administration, and workforce supervision
• Extensive experience managing multiple projects in different phases of construction
• Ten years or more construction / construction management experience

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform due diligence on potential Architects, Civil Engineers, and other development related third parties for inclusion in development project
• Supervise and coordinate work of Architects, Civil Engineers and other development related third parties to ensure the scope of work gets accomplished within budget and schedule
• Assist in evaluating potential sites for project feasibility
• Visit potential locations to understand project constraints
• Meet with city officials to understand permitting process
• Manage permit submissions and permit workflow to ensure project closing within desired timeframe
• Ensure up to date, complete, and accurate records for budgets and schedules
• Collaborate during project design process and assist General Contractor pricing efforts
• Evaluate value engineering as needed to ensure project budgets are maintained
• Participate in weekly and monthly reporting to senior management that will require data input into presentable excel format
• Function both in a team-oriented setting and independently
• Performs all other duties as assigned

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• This position requires occasional travel.

The Elmington Construction Experience

At Elmington Construction, we foster an entrepreneurial mindset, compensating for the value our team members bring to the table. We provide an environment that encourages room for advancement and career succession, recognizing and rewarding contributions to our collective success. With a team collaboration ethos, constant improvement is not just encouraged but embedded in our culture, offering autonomy to individuals who thrive on innovation.

Elmington Construction is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Elmington Construction makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.