Preconstruction Manager

build talent LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Build Talent LLC in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead preconstruction for ground-up mixed commercial projects. You will oversee estimating, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and plan development from concept through turnover.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years with a General Contractor, strong conceptual estimating, budgeting, and client-relations skills, and a track record on office, retail, healthcare, education, or light industrial projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience.
• Proven experience with a General Contractor.
• Experience with ground-up mixed commercial projects (office, retail, healthcare, education, or light industrial).

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction activities for mixed commercial and ground-up projects.
• Develop conceptual estimates, budgets, and detailed cost analyses.
• Manage subcontractor bidding, scope reviews, and buyout prep.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and operations teams.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and project risks.
• Oversee proposals, scheduling, and preconstruction deliverables.

Skills

Estimating

Budgeting

Scheduling

Subcontractors

Leadership

Client relations

Job description

IMMEDIATE HIRING | PRECONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Houston, TX | Mixed Commercial Construction

Build Talent is partnering with an established and reputable Contractor seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join its growing Houston team.

Position Overview:

The Preconstruction Manager will lead preconstruction efforts for a variety of ground-up commercial construction projects, overseeing estimating, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and project planning from initial concept through construction turnover.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead preconstruction activities for mixed commercial and ground-up construction projects.
• Develop conceptual estimates, budgets, and detailed cost analyses.
• Manage subcontractor bidding, scope reviews, and buyout preparation.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and operations teams.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and potential project risks.
• Oversee project proposals, scheduling, and preconstruction deliverables.

Ideal Candidate:

• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience.
• Strong background working with a General Contractor.
• Experience with ground-up mixed commercial projects, including office, retail, healthcare, education, or light industrial.
• Strong conceptual estimating, budgeting, and subcontractor management skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a well-established General Contractor offering a strong project pipeline, competitive compensation, long-term stability, and opportunities for professional growth.