Preconstruction Manager

GCS-SIGAL; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

GCS‑SIGAL in Washington, DC seeks a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead bidding for conceptual and hard‑bid estimates, develop budgets, schedules, and value engineering for diverse projects. You will coordinate with estimating, marketing and operations, prepare detailed scope sheets, perform quantity take‑offs, review proposals, and guide the team through preconstruction until turnover.

A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in commercial construction, with DC market familiarity, are expected;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related experience.
• 5+ years of experience in estimating or preconstruction commercial construction projects.
• Deep understanding of Budget/Estimate organization and the project life cycle in the commercial construction market.
• Familiarity with the DC metro AEC market.
• Experience with K-12, multifamily, and Design-Build projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead pursuits through the preconstruction process, from contract, to turnover, to operations
• Coordinate RFP responses and pursuits with Estimating, Marketing, and Operations teams
• Bring new pursuits to GCS‑SIGAL
• Provide value engineering suggestions and guidance to project teams
• Collaborate with in‑house and out‑of‑house subject matter experts
• Prepare/Review detailed scope sheets for trade contractor bidding
• Perform quantity take‑offs for a variety of building components and systems
• Review and analyze trade contractor proposals for price, scope, and fit for the project
• Collaborate with estimating team to ensure complete and accurate budget development
• Develop and/or QC project schedules during the preconstruction phase
• Oversee preparation of owner deliverables (GMP summaries, Qualifications, Allowances)
• Identify key decisions needed from project stakeholders to maintain project schedules
• Understand and lead the permitting process
• Communicate clearly and affectively to clients, architects, owners, and subcontractors
• Prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects by analyzing project drawings, specifications, and RFP’s
• Prepare conceptual estimates and budgets for multiple upcoming projects
• Perform detailed quantity take‑offs and provide scope sheets for purchasing
• Analytically review project documents to develop well‑written RFIs and identify potential scope gaps and design omissions
• Develop subcontractor relationships by attending industry networking events and visiting individual subcontractor offices to develop and maintain relationships
• Assist operations with change orders and proposal development
• Evaluate bid specifications and drawings
• Attend pre‑bid meetings and/or site visits
• Participate in the interview process as required by some projects for award
• Maintain qualified subcontractor bidders list
• Minimize job costs by communicating scopes of work with subcontractors and vendors
• Identify potential project risks
• Work closely with the marketing department to prepare RFP responses
• Develop and manage new and existing clients by providing them with value through preconstruction efforts

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Bid management

Client communication

Budgeting

Schedule development

RFP responses

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related experience

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Excel

Job description

GCS-SIGAL seeks out challenging, rewarding projects and creative problem solvers to help us build them. We specialize in general contracting, pre-construction, design-build, and sustainable construction. We take on a variety of projects including base building, renovation, historic modernization, and tenant interior construction.

Position Overview

The Preconstruction Manager (PCM) at GCS‑SIGAL utilizes their well‑rounded construction experience to lead the bidding for both conceptual and hard‑bid estimates, including creation or review of conceptual drawings, budgets, preliminary schedules, value engineering, and constructability reviews for a variety of project types.

Position Functions

• Lead pursuits through the preconstruction process, from contract, to turnover, to operations
• Coordinate RFP responses and pursuits with Estimating, Marketing, and Operations teams
• Bring new pursuits to GCS‑SIGAL
• Provide value engineering suggestions and guidance to project teams
• Collaborate with in‑house and out‑of‑house subject matter experts
• Prepare/Review detailed scope sheets for trade contractor bidding
• Perform quantity take‑offs for a variety of building components and systems
• Review and analyze trade contractor proposals for price, scope, and fit for the project
• Collaborate with estimating team to ensure complete and accurate budget development
• Develop and/or QC project schedules during the preconstruction phase
• Oversee preparation of owner deliverables (GMP summaries, Qualifications, Allowances)
• Identify key decisions needed from project stakeholders to maintain project schedules
• Understand and lead the permitting process
• Communicate clearly and affectively to clients, architects, owners, and subcontractors
• Prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects by analyzing project drawings, specifications, and RFP’s
• Prepare conceptual estimates and budgets for multiple upcoming projects
• Perform detailed quantity take‑offs and provide scope sheets for purchasing
• Analytically review project documents to develop well‑written RFIs and identify potential scope gaps and design omissions
• Develop subcontractor relationships by attending industry networking events and visiting individual subcontractor offices to develop and maintain relationships
• Assist operations with change orders and proposal development
• Evaluate bid specifications and drawings
• Attend pre‑bid meetings and/or site visits
• Participate in the interview process as required by some projects for award
• Maintain qualified subcontractor bidders list
• Minimize job costs by communicating scopes of work with subcontractors and vendors
• Identify potential project risks
• Work closely with the marketing department to prepare RFP responses
• Develop and manage new and existing clients by providing them with value through preconstruction efforts

Experience / Education

• Bachelor’s degree or related experience
• 5+ years of experience in estimating or preconstruction commercial construction projects
• Deep understanding of Budget/Estimate organization and the project life cycle in the commercial construction market
• Familiarity with the DC metro AEC market
• Experience with K‑12, multifamily, and Design‑Build projects

Knowledge, Skills, & Strengths

• Able to present pricing information to clients
• Able to quickly assemble Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) budgets for clients
• Desire to build strong relationships with local trade partners and design consultants
• Able to use quantity take‑off software
• Able to organize and lead productive meetings with stakeholders, design teams, and subcontractors to move projects forward
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to proactively identify and solve challenges
• Highly organized with an ability to oversee multiple projects and ensure deadlines are met
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Leverages leadership skills to set strategies and drive projects to completion
• Proven ability to multi‑task in a high volume, time‑sensitive, and deadline‑driven environment
• Knowledgeable of principles of architecture, engineering, and construction
• Strong technical, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to read specifications, plan designs, and details
• Knowledge of the RFP and bidding processes
• Math and analytical skills regarding cost and pricing
• Working knowledge of Procore, construction project management software
• Proficient with Microsoft Office particularly Microsoft Excel
• Experience interfacing with clients, architects, owners, and subcontractors

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to access and navigate active construction sites (PPE provided)

GCS‑SIGAL offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a 401(k) plan.

GCS‑SIGAL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment background check.