Preconstruction Manager

gpac; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join a leading Wisconsin commercial general contractor in the Madison area. This role leads all preconstruction efforts, partnering with clients, architects, and project teams to develop accurate budgets and strategic approaches for complex projects.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in commercial construction, strong cost analysis and scheduling knowledge, and hands-on experience with On-Screen Takeoff and Sage.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction experience with emphasis on preconstruction or estimating.
• Strong understanding of cost analysis, scheduling, and construction methods.
• Experience with preconstruction/estimating software (On-Screen Takeoff, Sage, or similar).
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of preconstruction for large, complex commercial projects.
• Develop detailed conceptual and hard cost estimates.
• Lead value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Manage bid packages, subcontractor outreach, and pricing strategies.
• Present budgets and schedules to clients and internal teams.
• Mentor and support junior estimating and preconstruction staff.

Skills

Preconstruction leadership

Estimating experience

Budget development

Cost analysis

Team mentoring

Education

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

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Sage

Estimating software

Job description

Preconstruction Manager - Commercial Construction

One of Wisconsin's top commercial general contractors is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join their Madison area team. This is a company recognized for its quality, integrity, and long-standing client relationships across healthcare, education, industrial, and commercial markets.

About The Role

The Preconstruction Manager will lead all preconstruction efforts, partnering with clients, architects, and project teams to deliver accurate budgets and successful project strategies. This is a key leadership role with strong visibility and the ability to influence major projects across the state.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of preconstruction for large, complex commercial projects.
• Develop detailed conceptual and hard cost estimates.
• Lead value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Manage bid packages, subcontractor outreach, and pricing strategies.
• Present budgets and schedules to clients and internal teams.
• Mentor and support junior estimating and preconstruction staff.

Why This Opportunity

• Work with one of the region's premier general contractors, known for technical excellence and a collaborative culture.
• Diverse project portfolio and strong pipeline of upcoming work.
• Competitive compensation, annual bonus potential, comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for long-term growth and advancement within an established organization.

Ideal Background

• 7+ years of commercial construction experience with a focus on preconstruction or estimating.
• Deep understanding of cost analysis, scheduling, and construction methods.
• Experience using preconstruction/estimating software (On-Screen Takeoff, Sage, or similar).
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

If you're an experienced Preconstruction professional ready to join a top-performing general contractors and play a key role in delivering some of Wisconsin's most notable projects, I'd like to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.