Preconstruction Manager

PC Construction Company; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is looking for a dynamic Preconstruction Manager to oversee the preconstruction process for various projects. Located in Virginia, the ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management along with at least ten years of experience in water/wastewater engineering design. Key responsibilities include managing estimators, coordinating with clients, and ensuring deliverables are met. This position may require travel across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in engineering design development for water/wastewater facilities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• DBIA certification preferred, along with diverse background in design and operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preconstruction process and coordinate with estimating and operations teams.
• Manage/interface with engineers, architects, and third-party consultants.
• Direct point of contact for the client and owner’s representative.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

PC Construction is looking for a dynamic Preconstruction Manager to support the company in pursuit planning and preconstruction efforts for all PC projects. This individual is responsible for overseeing the preconstruction process and coordinates with estimating, operations, purchasing, and business development teams. The Preconstruction Manager is the primary point of contact with the client and works closely with the executive in charge/Director of Preconstruction to ensure the overall success of the project.

The right candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, combined with at least ten years of experience in engineering design development for water/wastewater facilities. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills are a must. A DBIA certification and diverse background in design, operations, estimating and business development are preferred.

This position may be headquartered in the greater DC region; Charlotte, North Carolina; Atlanta, Georgia; or Florida. Some travel is required to jobsites in the Mid‑Atlantic and Southeast regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with a team of estimators and/or operations personnel in the preconstruction process.
• Manage/interface with engineers/architects and 3rd‑party consultants.
• Direct point of contact with owner and owner’s representative.
• Mentor and provide training for preconstruction.
• Coordinate with Director, other regional preconstruction managers to maintain standards and deliverables which align with PC’s standards.
• Assist in preparation of preconstruction proposals, fees, GCs/GRs and rates.
• Interview for projects.
• Strong understanding of project scope and objectives in preconstruction.
• Responsible for understanding project estimate and details of estimate.
• Lead and participate in workshops (VE, MOPO, HAZOP, etc.).
• Prepare and present content for owners.
• Coordinate and manage design subcontractor (Design‑Build).
• Manage preconstruction schedule and budget.
• Track, manage, and deliver all formal deliverables to owner.
• Develop and manage bid packages and overall procurement/sub‑contracting plan.
• Coordinate overall project pricing and descoping in the Guaranteed Maximum Price Development.
• Ensure compliance with DBE requirements, primarily good faith efforts.
• Coordinate and assist setting up new subcontractors in prequalification.
• Support purchasing and operations in buyout.
• Lead turnover efforts to operations team.
• Assist Director of Preconstruction, Construction Executive during hard‑bid cycles in the “home” region.
• Leverage local subcontractor/vendor relationships to assure bid adequate coverage.
• Assist Construction Executive in bid strategy and reviews.
• Track region’s craft labor costs, in‑place production rates.

PC Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.