Preconstruction Manager

Jobot; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Oklahoma City is seeking a Preconstruction Manager for a premier commercial builder. You will lead preconstruction from concept to bid, coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, and vendors to develop accurate estimates and value-engineering opportunities.

The role requires 5+ years in commercial construction, strong knowledge of plans and specs, and hands-on proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and Excel. Join an organization known for quality, safety, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in commercial construction, estimating, preconstruction, or project management.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, government, or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to develop accurate conceptual and detailed estimates.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, subcontractor bidding, and scope analysis.
• Knowledge of Procore, Bluebeam and Excel workflows.
• Strong communication, negotiation, organization and analytical skills.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Construction Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction activities from conceptual design through final bid and contract award.
• Prepare and review detailed estimates, budgets, quantity takeoffs, and bid proposals.
• Analyze plans, specs, scopes of work, and contract documents to identify costs and risks.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Develop preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates, bid schedules, and value-engineering recommendations.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and internal project teams during the design process.
• Manage bid leveling and subcontractor scope reviews for accurate comparisons.
• Identify constructability concerns, scope gaps, and risks before construction begins.
• Support project buyout and a smooth transition from preconstruction to operations.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, design partners, and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Preconstruction Manager for a Well Paying, Top Tier Commercial Builder!

Salary: $90,000 - $135,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is an established commercial construction firm with decades of experience delivering high-quality projects across industrial, government, commercial, and infrastructure markets. With extensive experience as a prime contractor, our client has successfully delivered new construction, renovations, expansions, and complex infrastructure projects through negotiated, competitive bid, design-build, and construction management delivery methods.

The company is committed to providing predictable, cost-effective, and high-quality project outcomes through strong planning, communication, collaboration, and proven construction processes.

Why join us?

As a Preconstruction Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping projects from initial concept through successful handoff to the construction team. You will work closely with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams to develop competitive and accurate estimates while identifying opportunities, risks, and value throughout the preconstruction process.

This is an opportunity to join an experienced organization with a strong reputation for quality, safety, and on-time project delivery. Our client values long-term relationships, technical expertise, accountability, and a collaborative approach to construction.

Job Details

• Lead preconstruction activities from conceptual design through final bid and contract award.


• Prepare and review detailed estimates, budgets, quantity takeoffs, and bid proposals.


• Analyze plans, specifications, scopes of work, and contract documents to identify costs, risks, and opportunities.


• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and vendor pricing.


• Develop preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates, bid schedules, and value-engineering recommendations.


• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and internal project teams throughout the design process.


• Manage bid leveling and subcontractor scope reviews to ensure accurate comparisons.


• Identify constructability concerns, scope gaps, and potential project risks before construction begins.


• Support project buyout and provide a smooth transition from preconstruction to project operations.


• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, design partners, and clients.


• Ensure estimates and proposals align with project schedules, specifications, and company standards.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, estimating, preconstruction, or project management.


• Experience with commercial, industrial, government, or infrastructure construction strongly preferred.


• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, materials, sequencing, and project delivery.


• Demonstrated ability to develop accurate conceptual and detailed estimates.


• Experience performing quantity takeoffs, subcontractor solicitation, bid leveling, and scope analysis.


• Strong knowledge of construction plans, specifications, contracts, and project documents.


• Experience with estimating and construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, or similar platforms.


• Strong communication, negotiation, organization, and analytical skills.


• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.


• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify cost, schedule, and constructability risks.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, design teams, subcontractors, vendors, and internal leadership.


• Experience with federal or government construction is a plus.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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