Preconstruction Manager

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

flexible spending accounts

Health Saving Accounts and Health Reim

Health Reimbursement Accounts

EAP

education assistance

paid time off

holidays

Job summary

Freedom Real Estate is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead the full preconstruction lifecycle for commercial development, construction, and advisory projects. You will manage budgeting, design coordination, GMP development, and vendor buyouts, while aligning scope with budget and objectives.

This client-facing role requires coordinating with architects, engineers, and consultants, presenting budgets and recommendations, and mentoring staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or related field.
• 5–8+ years of experience in construction estimating or preconstruction.
• Experience leading projects from concept through buyout.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts across all phases from conceptual through construction documents.
• Develop and manage preconstruction schedules and deliverables.
• Lead client meetings and present budgets, estimates, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants to align design and budget.
• Oversee preparation of detailed cost estimates and validate pricing assumptions.
• Lead budget reconciliation and cost management throughout design development.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier solicitation, bid leveling, and scope coverage.
• Develop procurement strategies and lead GMP development.
• Participate in and support final subcontractor buyout decisions.
• Lead value engineering efforts and recommend cost-saving solutions.
• Identify risks, scope gaps, and cost drivers early in the process.
• Coordinate with internal Advisory Services, Construction, and Development teams.
• Lead and mentor staff as applicable.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing communication

Budget management

GMP development

Design-budget alignment

Time management

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Building Connected

Excel

Job description

Freedom Real Estate

Freedom is a commercial real estate firm that invests in and manages commercial real estate properties. Established in 2014, Freedom has developed a long‑term investment strategy around commercial rental income properties in the Huntsville, Alabama area. Freedom's key focus is to own, hold, and manage long‑term commercial real estate to return a reasonable profit. Freedom has concentrated its efforts on renovating and modernizing spaces to attract and retain premium tenants and partnering with investors and firms to develop properties and improve the community. Freedom's priority is to do business in a way that values ethics, fair play, and achieving win‑win results for all stakeholders. Freedom focuses on building strong partnerships with key real property professionals, including sales brokers/agents, financial institutions, law firms, building trade contractors, real estate service firms, and others.

Preconstruction Manager

Freedom Real Estate & Capital, LLC., is seeking a Preconstruction Manager that will be responsible for leading the full preconstruction lifecycle for commercial development, construction, and advisory services projects, including budgeting, design coordination, procurement strategy, GMP development, and project buyout. This role is client‑facing and responsible for ensuring alignment between scope, budget, and project objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts across all phases (conceptual through construction documents).
• Develop and manage preconstruction schedules and deliverables.
• Lead client meetings and present budgets, estimates, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants to align design and budget.
• Oversee preparation of detailed cost estimates and validate pricing assumptions.
• Lead budget reconciliation and cost management throughout design development.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier solicitation, bid leveling, and scope coverage.
• Develop procurement strategies and lead GMP development.
• Participate in and support final subcontractor buyout decisions.
• Lead value engineering efforts and recommend cost‑saving solutions.
• Identify risks, scope gaps, and cost drivers early in the process.
• Coordinate with internal Advisory Services, Construction, and Development teams.
• Lead and mentor staff as applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

• US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or related field.
• 5-8+ years of experience in construction estimating or preconstruction.
• Experience leading projects from concept through buyout.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and building systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to lead preconstruction efforts independently and across teams.
• Strong client‑facing communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with GMP development and procurement strategy.
• Ability to align design intent with budget constraints.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Technical Requirements

• Proficiency in estimating and takeoff software (Bluebeam, On‑Screen Takeoff, Building Connected).
• Working knowledge of Excel for cost analysis.
• Familiarity with construction delivery methods and contract structures.

Additional Preferences

• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• LEED or sustainability experience is a plus.

Schedule

M‑F; 8‑5 additional hours as needed with flexibility to meet the needs of the company

Work Location

Headquarters Office and Project sites

Travel

Yes, local with flexibility for some out of town may be required

Relocation Assistance Available

Yes

Benefits

• ESOP participation
• 401(k) match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short‑term disability
• long‑term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• EAP
• education assistance
• paid time off
• holidays

Employment at Freedom Real Estate is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Freedom Real Estate participates in E‑Verify.

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