Preconstruction Manager

Software Placement Group, SPG; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group, SPG in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and related services from concept through handoff to the PM team.

You'll shape budgets and schedules, assist in bid development, and work with architects/owners to ensure client expectations are met during early project phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Strong background in preconstruction and estimating with hands-on experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with estimation tools and software such as Buzz Bid, Building Connected, and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and maintaining policies for preconstruction and estimating.
• Manage the preconstruction process from inception through handoff to PM staff.
• Participate in quantity take-offs and bid processes.
• Recommend software/tools to support estimation efficiency.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to transition projects to execution.
• Coordinate with architects/owners throughout preconstruction and estimating.
• Develop project schedules with the Superintendent and PM to meet budgets and timelines.
• Prepare bids for Lump Sum, GMP, and Cost Plus contracts and assist in bid packaging.

Skills

Preconstruction management

Estimating proficiency

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management/Administration, or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Buzz Bid

Microsoft Project

Building Connected

ProCore

Job description

Location: Kansas City, MO | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

A well-established construction firm is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to help lead its estimating and preconstruction services function. This role is central to shaping projects from initial concept through handoff to the project management team, ensuring budgets, schedules, and client expectations are met from the earliest stages of a project.

What you'll do

• Assist in creating and maintaining policies, processes, and procedures for the preconstruction and estimating department
• Manage and/or assist in the preconstruction and estimating process from inception through project handoff to Project Management staff
• Participate in quantity take-off and bid processes
• Recommend software and tools to support efficient, accurate estimation
• Work closely with Project Managers to transition projects
• Coordinate with architects and owners throughout preconstruction and estimating
• Develop project schedules alongside the Superintendent and Project Manager, ensuring budgets and schedules are met
• Prepare and assemble bids and proposals for various contract types (Lump Sum, GMP, Cost Plus, etc.)
• Support constructability reviews through communication with the project team, designers, and subcontractor market
• Learn and utilize estimating software for bid solicitations (Building Connected), quantity survey (Buzz Bid), bid tabulations (Building Connected/Microsoft Excel), and estimate development (Microsoft Excel)
• Assist in developing preliminary project schedules using Microsoft Project
• Assist in developing budget and bid clarifications using Microsoft Word
• Attend and assist in budget/bid presentations to clients
• Assist in project buyout upon final GMP approval
• Assist in writing and developing bid packages and subcontractor scopes of work using Microsoft Word and Building Connected
• Attend prebid meetings and site visits to understand all facets of the construction process
• Learn to utilize ProCore for project management and estimating
• Attend networking events to build relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
• Pursue development opportunities including outside education and workshops
• Assist in further developing estimating policies and procedures, including project and historical tracking and bid package/scope development

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management/Administration, or a related field
• Strong, proven background in all facets of preconstruction and estimating
• Excellent ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment, including cost controls, estimating, and collections
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently
• Familiarity with control software including Excel, Word, Buzz Bid, and Microsoft Project
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work additional hours as necessary to maintain project schedules
• Ability to travel as necessary
• Physical ability to review construction sites in all phases of construction
• Physical ability to make presentations and participate in meetings on-site and in an office setting
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, drive a vehicle, and sit in a constricted space for extended periods
• Ability to see, hear, and speak, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision

Why this role

This position offers the opportunity to lead preconstruction efforts from concept through project handoff, working closely with architects, owners, and project management staff to bring complex projects to life.