Preconstruction Manager

Hb-Construction; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HB Construction seeks a Preconstruction Manager to lead our preconstruction efforts with integrity, innovation, and excellence in Albuquerque, NM. Shape budgets, schedules, and strategies to deliver value to clients before ground is broken.

Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, manage risk, and drive Go/No-Go decisions, with oversight of bid packaging and value engineering. This role blends leadership with practical estimating and planning expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial construction with 2+ years in preconstruction or estimating roles.
• Proficiency in construction estimating software, Procore, P6, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent communication, leadership, customer experience, and organizational skills.
• Experience with design-build and negotiated projects.
• LEED accreditation or knowledge of sustainable building practices.
• Familiarity with BIM/VDC tools and digital collaboration platforms.
• Prior experience with project pursuits and client presentations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver best-in-market preconstruction services, including budgeting, constructability review, scheduling, site planning, bid packaging, permitting, and other deliverables.
• Lead the preconstruction process from concept to GMP, including budget development and value engineering.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to align expectations and project goals.
• Identify and assess project risks and provide proactive solutions.
• Facilitate internal handoff to operations teams for project execution.
• Continually improve HB preconstruction services and contracting best practices.
• Spearhead implementation of software, technology, and organization to support Preconstruction Services.
• Contribute to HB Business Development and Partnering efforts by meeting with potential customers, attending job walks/pre-bid meetings, and participating in interviews.
• Participate in strategic decisions involving Go/No-Go, pricing, and proposal strategy.
• Deliver schedule, constructability, and project challenge insight for proposal management plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Estimating

Scheduling

Design-build

Client coordination

Go/No-Go

Proposal insight

Education

Bachelor's degree (Construction Mgmt/Engineering/Architecture)

LEED accreditation

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

BIM/VDC tools

Job description

HB Construction is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to join our team and lead our preconstruction efforts with integrity, innovation, and excellence. This role is critical in shaping the future of our projects before they even break ground. Your leadership will directly influence our ability to deliver exceptional value to clients, hit key business development targets, and maintain the high standard of excellence that defines HB.

Responsibilities

• Deliver best-in-market preconstruction services, including budgeting, constructability review, scheduling, site planning, bid packaging, permitting, and other deliverables.
• Lead the preconstruction process from concept to GMP, including budget development and value engineering.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to align expectations and project goals.
• Identify and assess project risks and provide proactive solutions.
• Facilitate internal handoff to operations teams for project execution.
• Continually improve HB preconstruction services and contracting best practices.
• Spearhead implementation of software, technology, and organization to support Preconstruction Services.
• Contribute to HB Business Development and Partnering efforts by meeting with potential customers, attending job walks/pre-bid meetings, and participating in interviews.
• Participate in strategic decisions involving Go/No-Go, pricing, and proposal strategy.
• Deliver schedule, constructability, and project challenge insight for proposal management plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial construction with 2+ years in preconstruction or estimating roles.
• Proficiency in construction estimating software, Procore, P6, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent communication, leadership, customer experience, and organizational skills.
• Experience with design-build and negotiated projects.
• LEED accreditation or knowledge of sustainable building practices.
• Familiarity with BIM/VDC tools and digital collaboration platforms.
• Prior experience with project pursuits and client presentations.

Build It Better with HB Construction

Through 34 years in business, HB Construction has built facilities critical to communities across the Southwest. Over the years, we realized that we’re not for everyone. We’re for people who want to:

• Serve a Greater Purpose. Our shared mission-to create opportunities for people, families, and communities to thrive-fuels our culture of teamwork and professional growth. This environment of selflessness helps us solve the challenges facing HB clients, partners, and communities.
• Make an Impact. From day one, HB employees get an opportunity to make a difference and reap the rewards of their work. High performance means contributing to great teams and making those around us better.
• Take the Next Step. We help people take their careers to the next level through support, constructive feedback, and structured advancement. Our dedicated training program mixes technical education, leadership training, and personal mentorship tailored to each individual.