Preconstruction Lead — South Carolina Commercial Projects

We Search People; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

We Search People has partnered with a well-established South Carolina commercial General Contractor to add an experienced Preconstruction Manager to the team. The role focuses on early project involvement, budgeting, scheduling and strategic cost saving.

You will collaborate with owners, architects, subcontractors and leaders to position projects for successful execution from concept through construction.

Qualifications

• Experience in preconstruction, estimating or commercial construction management.
• Strong understanding of commercial processes, plans and specifications.
• Experience managing estimates and budgets for commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the preconstruction process from initial concept through contract award.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project requirements.
• Develop detailed conceptual and preliminary budgets and estimates.
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier bidding, including scope review and bid leveling.
• Prepare and manage bid packages and solicit competitive subcontractor pricing.
• Work closely with clients, architects and consultants to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop project schedules and assist with construction phasing and logistics planning.
• Identify potential project risks and develop solutions during the preconstruction phase.
• Participate in client presentations, interviews and proposal development.
• Ensure smooth transition from preconstruction into construction with PM and Ops teams.

Skills

Preconstruction

Estimating

Budgeting

Negotiation

Communication

Job description

We Search People has partnered with a well-established South Carolina commercial General Contractor to add an experienced Preconstruction Manager to the team. The role focuses on early project involvement, budgeting, scheduling and strategic cost saving.

You will collaborate with owners, architects, subcontractors and leaders to position projects for successful execution from concept through construction.