Preconstruction Manager

Michael Page; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401K

PTO

Job summary

MPI seeks a Preconstruction Manager to lead the early phases of commercial and multifamily projects in the Fort Lauderdale area. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients to develop estimates, schedules, and logistics that meet budget and timeline goals.

The role requires 5+ years of preconstruction experience, strong knowledge of construction methods, and proficiency with Bluebeam, Primavera, and Procore.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in preconstruction management, specifically in commercial and multifamily construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in construction management software and tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Primavera, Procore).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preconstruction process from project inception to delivery, including initial assessments of project scope, feasibility, and budget.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets for commercial construction projects, utilizing historical data, materials pricing, and labor costs.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to assess project designs, identify potential challenges, and propose cost-effective solutions.
• Create and manage bid packages, solicit and evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers, and negotiate contracts to ensure the best value for clients.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all preconstruction activities, effectively communicating with clients, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives.
• Develop project timelines, milestones, and schedules to ensure timely completion of preconstruction activities.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Mentor and supervise the preconstruction team, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project outcomes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Primavera

Procore

Job description

The Preconstruction Manager will be responsible for leading the preconstruction phase of commercial construction projects, ensuring that all aspects of the project are meticulously planned and executed. This role involves collaborating with architects, engineers, and clients to develop project estimates, schedules, and logistical plans that meet both budgetary and timeline goals.

Our client is a well established General Contractor with an excellent reputation for delivery top quality commercial and multifamily projects.

Description

• Project Planning: Lead the preconstruction process from project inception to delivery, including initial assessments of project scope, feasibility, and budget.
• Cost Estimation: Prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets for commercial construction projects, utilizing historical data, materials pricing, and labor costs.
• Design Coordination: Collaborate with architects and engineers to assess project designs, identify potential challenges, and propose cost-effective solutions.
• Bid Management: Create and manage bid packages, solicit and evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers, and negotiate contracts to ensure the best value for clients.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for all preconstruction activities, effectively communicating with clients, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives.
• Scheduling: Develop project timelines, milestones, and schedules to ensure timely completion of preconstruction activities.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and supervise the preconstruction team, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project outcomes.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in preconstruction management, specifically in commercial and multifamily construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in construction management software and tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Primavera, Procore).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management.

Job Offer

• Base Salary
• Bonus Structure
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• 401K
• PTO

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in preconstruction management, specifically in commercial and multifamily construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in construction management software and tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Primavera, Procore).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.