Preconstruction Manager

6AM City, LLC; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

K2 Staffing is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager for luxury custom residential projects in Coastal San Diego, CA. The role involves leading budgeting, estimating, and planning, coordinating with architects, designers, engineers, and subcontractors to position projects for successful construction.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in custom home construction, solid estimating and budgeting skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and build strong

Qualifications

• 5+ years in preconstruction, estimating, or PM within custom residential construction.
• Experience with budgets, estimates, and client relations for luxury homes.
• Ability to read architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction activities from client consultation through construction start.
• Develop budgets for conceptual to final construction phases.
• Coordinate with homeowners, architects, designers, engineers, and subs.
• Present budgets and cost recommendations to clients and project teams.
• Maintain project docs and ensure seamless handoff to PM team.

Skills

Preconstruction management

Budgeting

Client communication

Project coordination

Estimating

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Construction Management / Engineering / Architecture

Tools

Buildertrend

Procore

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

Job description

Job Description

Summary

Our client is seeking an experiencedPreconstruction Managerto lead the planning, estimating, and budgeting efforts forluxury custom residential constructionprojects in CoastalSan Diego, CAcommunities. This role is responsible for guiding projects through the preconstruction phase by developing accurate budgets, coordinating with architects, designers, engineers, and subcontractors, and ensuring projects are positioned for a successful transition into construction.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience incustom home construction, strong estimating and budgeting skills, and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients while managing multiple projects in various stages of preconstruction.

Duties & Responsibilities

Preconstruction Management

• Lead all preconstruction activities from initial client consultation through construction start.
• Collaborate with homeowners, architects, designers, engineers, and consultants to establish project scope, budgets, and schedules.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and final construction budgets.
• Coordinate project planning to ensure designs align with client expectations and budget objectives.
• Identify project risks and recommend solutions before construction begins.

Estimating & Cost Management

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and accurate cost estimates for custom residential construction projects.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to ensure complete project scope.
• Identify value engineering opportunities while maintaining the quality and design intent of each custom home.
• Maintain current pricing databases and historical cost information.

Client & Design Team Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact throughout the preconstruction process.
• Present budgets, estimate updates, and cost recommendations to clients and project teams.
• Coordinate design meetings and assist with material selections as they relate to project costs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with architects, designers, subcontractors, and vendors.

Project Planning

• Assist in developing preliminary construction schedules and procurement strategies.
• Support permit and entitlement planning as required.
• Ensure a seamless handoff from preconstruction to the project management team.
• Maintain complete project documentation throughout the preconstruction process.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required Experience

• 5+ yearsof experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project management withincustom residential construction.
• Strong experience preparing budgets and estimates for luxury custom homes.
• Experience working directly with homeowners, architects, and design professionals.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings and specifications.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with estimating software such asBuildertrend, Procore, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Excellent understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and building systems.
• Knowledge of construction scheduling and project budgeting.

Professional Skills

• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with high-end or luxury residential construction projects.
• Familiarity with value engineering, constructability reviews, and design-build delivery methods.
• Experience using project management platforms such asBuildertrend, Procore, or similar.

Company Description

K2 Staffing has been constructed on one of the most solid foundations in the industry, with roughly 40 years of combined business and recruiting knowledge. Through our vast experience, we understand locating and attracting the right talent can be comparable to ascending K2 - difficult, sometime