Preconstruction Manager

Jobot; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Detroit seeks a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction from concept through GMP, partnering with operations and business development to ensure accurate pricing, risk management, and smooth project handoff for negotiated and hard-bid work.

You will develop estimates from conceptual to detailed, oversee subcontractor outreach, and contribute to value engineering while maintaining strong client relations and a commitment to quality results.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in preconstruction and/or estimating.
• Background with a general contractor or construction manager.
• Experience across commercial, industrial, healthcare, or institutional projects.
• Strong understanding of conceptual estimating and GMP development.
• Ability to lead, communicate, and build trust with internal teams and trade partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle preconstruction and estimating efforts
• Develop conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates
• Manage subcontractor outreach, scope review, and leveling
• Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews
• Collaborate with operations during project transition
• Support client presentations and preconstruction meetings

Skills

Experience in preconstruction/estim,

General contractor background

Commercial/Industrial/Healthcare/Inst

Conceptual estimating & GMP

Leadership & communication

Job description

Job Details

Join a well-established Southeast Michigan general contractor where preconstruction has a true seat at the table and directly shapes project strategy, pricing, and client trust.

We are a reputable, privately held general contractor with a strong regional footprint across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and municipal construction. Our team is known for disciplined preconstruction, repeat-client relationships, and a collaborative approach between estimating, operations, and leadership.

Why join us?

• Preconstruction is viewed as a strategic function, not just estimating
• Strong backlog with consistent negotiated and repeat work
• Direct collaboration with ownership, operations, and clients
• Stable pipeline with a long-term growth mindset
• Local projects with minimal travel

Job Details

Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 per year

The Preconstruction Manager will lead estimating and preconstruction efforts from early concept through GMP, supporting both negotiated and hard-bid work. This role partners closely with operations and business development to ensure accurate pricing, risk management, and smooth project handoff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle preconstruction and estimating efforts
• Develop conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates
• Manage subcontractor outreach, scope review, and leveling
• Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews
• Collaborate with operations during project transition
• Support client presentations and preconstruction meetings

Desired Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in preconstruction and/or estimating
• Background with a general contractor or construction manager
• Experience across commercial, industrial, healthcare, or institutional projects
• Strong understanding of conceptual estimating and GMP development
• Ability to lead, communicate, and build trust with internal teams and trade partners

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