Preconstruction Manager

McShane Construction Company; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Student loan assistance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

McShane Construction Company seeks a Preconstruction Manager in Auburn, AL to set up commercial and industrial projects for success from the start. You will lead bid teams, prepare conceptual budgets, and coordinate subcontractor buyouts in a fast-paced environment.

You will advise clients on design decisions, develop budgets from limited data, and coach junior staff. This is an in-office, full-time role with competitive benefits and opportunities across multiple markets.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Construction Management, Construction Science, Construction Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years’ related experience including at least one years preconstruction or estimating experience
• Must have thorough competency in On-Screen Takeoff, BlueBeam, iSQft or similar estimating software.
• Ability and experience in developing Conceptual Budgeting for various product types, with full divisional breakdown from very limited program information or documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead the formation of bid teams and coordinate the submission of proposals for commercial and industrial construction projects.
• Prepare conceptual budget estimates utilizing initial project data and evaluate project scope from documents.
• Support selection and awarding of subcontractors and vendors to facilitate a successful buyout.
• Develop schedules and advise clients on cost‑impacting design decisions and value engineering.
• Prepare detailed budget estimates through quantity take-offs and pricing; maintain market rate data.
• Build relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and clients; mentor junior staff.

Skills

Bid team leadership

Cost estimation

Value engineering

Education

B.S. in Construction Management or related field

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

BlueBeam

ISQFT

Job description

Description

McShane Construction Company is looking for a Preconstruction Manager that will apply your construction expertise to set up commercial and industrial projects for success from the very beginning. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will help multiple project teams navigate a successful bidding/preconstruction process by conceptually building projects and preparing detailed budget estimates. Your knowledge of project scope, subcontractor/vendor pricing, and cost-impacting design decisions will be essential to delivering high-quality, award-winning projects for our clients and communities.

Company Benefits

• Vision, Dental, & Health Coverage
• 401(k) with up to 4% Company Match
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Student Loan Assistance
• 15 PTO Days
• Paid Parental Leave

Responsibilities

• Lead the formation of bid teams and coordinate the submission of proposals for commercial and industrial construction projects. Prepare conceptual budget estimates utilizing initial project data. Evaluate and accurately estimate project scope as described in project documents.
• Support the project management team in the selection and awarding of subcontractors and vendors to facilitate a successful buyout process. Address plan and specification issues during design management and buyout. Develop schedules for assigned projects.
• Advise clients on cost-impacting design decisions, offering alternatives and value engineering.
• Prepare detailed budget estimates through precise quantity take-offs and subcontractor/vendor pricing. Compile and maintain both current and historical market rates and unit pricing. Maintain and monitor a qualified subcontractor list for all trades.
• Request and track bids from subcontractors or vendors. Compile and evaluate subcontractor and vendor bids or quotations, preparing detailed analysis sheets for each trade. Create scope sheets for each specific trade within the bid packages of assigned projects.
• Build strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Support the development, training, and career advancement of junior staff members. Delegate tasks to estimators or project engineers as needed.

Requirements

• B.S. in Construction Management, Construction Science, Construction Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years’ related experience including at least one years preconstruction or estimating experience
• Must have thorough competency in On-Screen Takeoff, BlueBeam, iSQft or similar estimating software.
• Ability and experience in developing Conceptual Budgeting for various product types, with full divisional breakdown from very limited program information or documents. Often, this is necessary to perform from a single site plan.

Key Information

• Full-time, in-office position.
• Must live within one hour of Auburn, AL.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.

This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, cell phone allowance, and all company-sponsored employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match and profit sharing, student loan assistance, and PTO.

McShane Construction, established in 1984, is a national award-winning general contractor specializing in multi-family, industrial, commercial, and healthcare markets. As a female-owned and led business, we are committed to integrity, innovation, and collaboration, offering a rewarding career environment. With headquarters in Rosemont, IL, and regional offices in Auburn, AL, Madison, WI, Nashville, TN, and Phoenix, AZ, our impact spans nationwide.

McShane Construction cultivates a culture of inclusion where every individual’s unique background and perspective are embraced. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

No Agency Inquiries Please: The McShane Companies (McShane Construction Company, Cadence McShane Construction Company, and Conor Commercial Real Estate) do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidates’ names or summaries from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. The McShane Companies will not pay a placement fee in connection with any such unsolicited resumes.