Preconstruction Manager

Just Construction Recruitment; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Just Construction Recruitment in Houston is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction process from opportunity through contract award, coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors on ground-up commercial projects.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in commercial construction with preconstruction or estimating experience, plus strong proficiency in Bluebeam, Procore, OST, and related software and a Bachelor’s degree in

Qualifications

• 10+ years in commercial construction with preconstruction or estimating experience.
• Experience leading preconstruction for ground-up commercial projects.
• Proficiency with estimating and project management tools (Bluebeam, Procore, OST).
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preconstruction process from initial opportunity through contract award.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes, and project requirements to identify risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.

Skills

Preconstruction management

Estimating

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

OST

Job description

Houston, Texas | Commercial Construction | Ground-Up

Join a Growing Houston-Based General Contractor

We are seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join a respected, Houston-based commercial general contractor. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the company's growth while working directly with owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal leadership to successfully develop and deliver competitive construction opportunities.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the preconstruction process from initial opportunity through contract award.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes, and project requirements to identify risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience, with significant preconstruction or estimating experience.
• Experience managing preconstruction for ground-up commercial projects.
• Experience with estimating and project management platforms such as Bluebeam, Procore, OST, or similar software.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.