Preconstruction Manager

Gioia Concrete Construction, Inc; North Olmsted (OH); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Truck reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement

Gas card

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Career development

Job summary

Gioia Concrete Construction, Inc is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to build strategic relationships with commercial and industrial clients. You will analyze project specifications, develop budgets, and submit bids, owning the project budget and communicating with the Operations team.

Responsibilities include developing bid strategies, leading constructability reviews, and guiding a smooth handoff from preconstruction to operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM or Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in commercial construction.
• Strong business development background and market knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Develop bid strategy and prepare estimates for commercial projects.
• Lead preconstruction efforts and manage budget ownership.
• Coordinate with Operations for handoff from preconstruction to execution.
• Meet with clients to discuss options and proposals.
• Oversee bid processes, negotiations, and turnover to operations.
• Provide mentorship and collaboration within a fast-paced team.
• Support ongoing training and career development.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Gioia Concrete Construction is a fast-growing commercial and industrial concrete construction company. We are looking for high-caliber, career-oriented individuals to join our team. As a member of our team, you will build projects you can be proud of while improving your trade and leadership skills. Every member of our team contributes to a safe and efficient job site, and everyoneshares inthe rewards of a job well done.

General Description:

The Preconstruction Manager will build strategic relationships and business opportunities with commercial and industrial clients seeking concrete construction services. This job entails preparing cost estimates by analyzing project specifications, drawings, and contractual requirements andsubmittingbid proposals to our customers. This position includes complete ownership of the project budget and full communication with the Operations team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, implement, and refine new business development and preconstruction processes to ensure proper backlog of work
• Effectively manage bid strategy, bid estimates, accuracy of estimates, client negotiations, and turnover process
• Lead constructability reviews and value engineering during design development
• Develop conceptual and schematic-level budgets with owners, architects, and engineers
• Assistbuyout and ensure a smooth handoff from preconstruction to operations
• Meet with potential clients to discuss options for proposed services
• Prepare and manage our teams to execute by understanding project details and customer expectations

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• 8+ years of progressive experience in commercial construction for a large scale self-perform general contractor or concrete contractor
• Strong business development background and construction market knowledge
• Ability to work independently and multitask to meet deadlines
• Desire to collaborate with team members in a fast-paced, inclusive work environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Current valid driver’s license and pre-employment drug screen
• Competitive annual base salary
• Discretionary bonus based on project performance and profitability
• Truck reimbursement, cell phone reimbursement, and gas card
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 100% company match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2%
• Ongoing training, mentorship, and a clear path for career advancement in a fast-growing company

Gioia Concrete Construction, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.