Preconstruction Manager

Frampton Construction Co; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Bonuses

Gym membership reimbursement

Community service days

Job summary

Frampton Construction Co. is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimation, value engineering, bid management, and subcontractor coordination in the preconstruction phase.

You will work closely with the Senior Preconstruction Manager to ensure alignment with FCC standards and project goals. The role requires strong technical skills in preconstruction software, a track record of accurate budgeting, and effective communication with clients, design teams, and trade partners.

Qualifications

• .Experience: Minimum 5 years in preconstruction or a related field.
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• Technical Skills: Knowledge of preconstruction technologies (Destini Estimator, Building Connected).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and detailed estimates, managing all aspects of the budgeting and bidding processes.
• Work closely with project teams and trade partners to ensure clear communication, streamlined processes, and project consistency.
• Communicate regularly with clients and team members, addressing concerns and aligning project objectives.
• Assist in evaluating trade partner bids, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness in project pricing.

Skills

Technology & Document Control

Construction Process Knowledge

Scheduling & Cost Management

Self-Starter & Ownership

Effective Communication

Cultural Fit & Team Morale

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Destini Estimator

Building Connected

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Preconstruction Manager

The Preconstruction Manager (PM) supports the preconstruction phase of assigned construction projects, ensuring accurate cost estimation, value engineering, bid management, and subcontractor coordination. Working closely with the Senior Preconstruction Manager, the PM plays a key role in executing FCC preconstruction standards while assisting in team coordination, client communication, and ensuring project goals are met efficiently.

Overview of Role + Responsibilities

• Project Estimation: Prepare accurate and detailed estimates, managing all aspects of the budgeting and bidding processes.
• Team Coordination: Work closely with project teams and trade partners to ensure clear communication, streamlined processes, and project consistency.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate regularly with clients and team members, addressing concerns and aligning project objectives.
• Subcontractor & Vendor Management: Assist in evaluating trade partner bids, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness in project pricing.

Smart Skills:

• Technology & Document Control: Proficient in preconstruction technology, including Bluebeam, Procore, and Building Connected.
• Construction Process Knowledge: Understanding of constructability, delivery models, and construction document management.
• Scheduling & Cost Management: Skilled in timeline management, from initial project planning through execution.

Self-Starter & Ownership:

• Self-Starter & Ownership: Act with initiative, setting and achieving goals independently while maintaining accountability.
• Effective Communication: Ensure accurate, clear communication internally and externally.
• Cultural Fit & Team Morale: Embrace and promote FCC’s mission, vision, and core values through positive team interactions.

Qualifications + Preferred Experience

• Experience: Minimum 5 years in preconstruction or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of preconstruction technologies (Destini Estimator, Building Connected).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.

Benefits Overview

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match and financial planning support.
• Generous PTO, including company holidays and additional community service days.
• Performance bonuses tied to personal and company success
• Monthly gym membership reimbursement

Frampton Construction does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies without prior written approval from Frampton Construction’s People Team. Approval must be obtained before any external candidate is submitted.

Frampton Construction will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes or candidates submitted directly to hiring managers without proper authorization.