Preconstruction Manager

JP Cullen; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Employee Assistance

Training

Job summary

JP Cullen is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to oversee budgets, schedules, and pricing strategies across projects. You will partner with clients, design teams, and subcontractors to establish project scopes and competitive bids, leading a team of estimators and driving cost optimization before construction begins.

The role emphasizes client relationship management, risk assessment, and data-driven pricing to ensure projects are set up for success in Wisconsin and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction or engineering is required or equivalent apprenticeship.
• At least 6 years of experience in estimating or project management.
• Proven leadership and ability to mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of comprehensive budgets and schedules with accurate estimates.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors on scopes and pricing.
• Identify and mitigate project risks before construction.
• Prepare and submit competitive bids analyzing specs and drawings.
• Suggest cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
• Lead and mentor a team of estimators.
• Serve as main point of contact during preconstruction and build strong client relationships.
• Interpret historical data to ensure pricing accuracy.

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction/engineering

Job description

Overview

Our Need: The Preconstruction Manager plays a critical role in the successful planning and execution of projects. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the preconstruction phase, which includes estimating, budgeting, planning, and coordination to ensure that projects are set up for success before construction begins. The Preconstruction Manager will work closely with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal teams to develop accurate cost estimates, identify potential challenges, and offer innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of comprehensive project budgets and schedules, ensuring accurate and competitive cost estimates.
• Work closely with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to develop project scopes, plans, and pricing strategies.
• Identify and evaluate project risks, offering solutions to mitigate potential issues before construction begins.
• Prepare and submit competitive bids by analyzing project specifications, drawings, and proposals.
• Provide insights and suggestions for cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
• Lead and mentor a team of estimators, fostering a collaborative and proactive work environment.
• Serve as the main point of contact during the preconstruction phase, building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Interpret historical data and notice trends to ensure work is priced correctly.

Qualifications

• Desire to lead by example, coach and teach others.
• Consistency and impact that justifies the salary budgeted for this position.
• Be a recognized preconstruction management services expert, fully capable and able to do what it takes to serve client facilities needs from the boardroom to the facilities manager.
• Ability to sell work and make big deals.
• Four‐year college degree related to construction/engineering OR completion of an apprenticeship; and at least 6 years of experience in estimating or project management.

Why JP Cullen?

We specialize in the “Tough Jobs” no one else can do. And we need a Preconstruction Manager with the right teamwork skills to get even the most difficult jobs done on‑time, in budget, every time. We have exciting new project opportunities for those looking to stay in Madison, Milwaukee, or Janesville, Wisconsin or travel the country.

• Wisconsin‑based $950 million, founded in 1892, 5thgeneration family‑owned construction management firm
• Developed training programs and career paths for Site Engineer to PM, Superintendent, or Estimator
• Seeking to be the construction manager of choice for the toughest jobs in the region.
• Our clients have high expectations and our projects are high profile.

Our Mission: To identify, hire, train, and retain the best people to serve our customers.

Compensation & Benefits

JP Cullen has a commitment to its community, employees, and employees’ families.

• Health
• Life
• Dental Insurance
• Competitive Salary and Bonus Structure
• Profit Sharing
• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance
• Training

EEO

JP Cullen is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. We promote diversity by proactively recruiting, hiring, and promoting women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans. JP Cullen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.