Preconstruction Manager

Big-D Construction; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Medical & Dental Insurance

HSA with employer contribution

401k with Match

Long-Term & Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

PTO & Paid Holidays

Vehicle Allowance

Job summary

Big-D Construction in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a dynamic Preconstruction Manager to lead preconstruction efforts on commercial projects, from concept through GMP or bid. You will coordinate estimating, design, and scheduling with clients and design teams, driving risk management and strong relationships.

The role requires guiding multi-project teams, engaging subcontractors early, and delivering key preconstruction deliverables while shaping project strategy and ensuring constructability

Qualifications

• Experience leading preconstruction on commercial projects from concept through GMP or bid.
• Strong understanding of estimating, scheduling, and design coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously.
• Proven ability to communicate with clients, design teams, and stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks early.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction teams with clear expectations and project strategy.
• Plan and manage preconstruction efforts, including milestones and reviews.
• Develop and manage project schedules aligned with design, estimating, procurement, and construction.
• Oversee estimating efforts, ensure pricing clarity and alignment with scope.
• Support subcontractor engagement, prequalification, and bid participation.
• Guide design development and address constructability and cost risks.
• Lead client meetings, communicate progress, and build relationships.
• Coordinate with stakeholders on permits, utilities, and early requirements.
• Deliver preconstruction deliverables such as estimates and GMP documents.
• Mentor preconstruction and estimating team members, support turnover.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Preconstruction

Estimating coordination

Schedule management

Risk management

Client relations

Job description

Big-D is looking for a dynamic Preconstruction Manager. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that is on a mission to be the most sought-after company in the business. We seek and employee exceptional, hard-working, lifetime learners; we give them the tools to succeed when we find them. We have a culture of growth and achievement powered by innovation, supported by purpose and joy. Big-D Construction is looking for a Preconstruction Manager to join our team of professionals based in Salt Lake City, UT.

Experience/Training

• Experience leading preconstruction efforts on commercial construction projects from concept through GMP or bid
• Strong understanding of estimating, scheduling, and design coordination
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders
• Ability to identify, communicate, and mitigate project risks early

Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations

(other duties may be assigned to meet business needs)

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead preconstruction teams, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and project strategy aligned with client goals.

Planning & Execution

• Plan and manage preconstruction efforts, including team coordination, milestone tracking, and deliverable reviews.

Schedule Management

• Develop and manage project schedules, ensuring alignment across design, estimating, procurement, and construction milestones.

Cost & Estimating Oversight

• Oversee estimating efforts, ensuring accurate pricing, clear assumptions, and alignment between design, scope, and budget.
• Review estimates and clarifications to ensure continuity from concept through GMP or bid.

Subcontractor Engagement

• Support subcontractor engagement, including outreach, prequalification, scope alignment, and bid participation.

Design Management

• Serve as primary liaison with the design team, guiding design development, cost alignment, and constructability.
• Identify risks and drive solutions related to design, site conditions, and scope gaps.

Client Leadership

• Act as primary client contact during preconstruction, leading meetings, communicating progress, and building strong relationships.
• Support business development efforts by articulating project value and strategy to clients.

Contracts & Early Project Coordination

• Support contract development and ensure preconstruction efforts align with project agreements.
• Coordinate with stakeholders on permitting, utilities, and early project requirements.

Deliverables

• Lead development and delivery of key preconstruction deliverables, including estimates, schedules, and GMP documents.

Construction Team Integration

• Collaborate with construction teams to ensure plans are practical, safe, and aligned with project execution.

Team Development

• Mentor and develop preconstruction and estimating team members.

Project Transition & Support

• Support project turnover and remain engaged to help resolve risks during construction.

Key Outcomes & Deliverables

In this role, success is defined by your ability to lead projects and teams to predictable, high-quality outcomes while building strong client relationships.

• Projects consistently align with client expectations Minimal surprises related to cost, schedule, or scope as projects progress from concept through GMP.
• Estimates and deliverables are clear, accurate, and defensible Assumptions are well communicated, risks are identified early, and scope gaps are minimized.
• The design stays aligned with budget and constructability You actively influence design decisions to maintain cost and schedule targets.
• Teams are coordinated and accountable Team members understand expectations and consistently meet deadlines with high-quality output.
• Clients trust you as the preconstruction leader You effectively communicate the story of the project and build confidence through proactive communication.
• Subcontractor engagement is strong and competitive The right trade partners are involved early, and scopes are well defined for bidding.
• Projects transition cleanly into construction The construction team receives a complete, coordinated, and well-understood set of documents and assumptions.

Benefits

• Free Medical & Dental Insurance premiums
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution
• 401k with Match
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Benefits
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Vehicle Allowance

Additional Job Information

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.