Preconstruction Manager

NW Recruiting Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO and Holidays

401K & FSA

Descripción de la vacante

NW Recruiting Partners seeks a Preconstruction Manager in Bellevue, WA to lead budgeting and estimating from concept through GMP, coordinating with clients, design teams, and subs to produce accurate budgets and robust bids.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in commercial construction with strong preconstruction and communication skills, capable of managing multiple projects and building client relationships. This role offers on-site work in Bellevue with competitive compensation.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years in commercial construction, estimating, preconstruction or PM.
• Strong knowledge of costs, scheduling, procurement, and plans/specs.

Responsabilidades

• Lead budgeting and estimating from concept design through final estimate or GMP.
• Conduct budget kickoffs, estimate reviews, and client presentations.
• Develop budgets, estimates, scope clarifications, and schedules.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Manage subcontractor solicitation and competitive bids.
• Identify cost, schedule, and constructability risks.
• Collaborate with project teams on solutions and constructability.
• Monitor design changes and cost/schedule impact.
• Provide value engineering and cost-saving recommendations.
• Support GMP development, takeoffs, pricing, and bid leveling.
• Document assumptions, budget changes, risks, and scope decisions.
• Assist startup and transition from preconstruction to execution.

Conocimientos

Budgeting

Estimating

Planning

Coordination

Client communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Herramientas

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Descripción del empleo

Preconstruction Manager

Location: Bellevue, WA

Our client, a commercial general contractor, is looking for a Preconstruction Manager to lead budgeting, estimating, planning, and coordination efforts from early project development through final estimate or GMP. This role will work closely with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and project leadership to develop accurate budgets, identify project risks, and prepare projects for successful execution. The ideal candidate is an experienced construction professional with strong estimating and preconstruction knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while building effective relationships with clients, design teams, and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key contact for clients and design teams throughout preconstruction.
• Lead budgeting and estimating from conceptual design through final estimate or GMP.
• Lead budget kickoffs, estimate reviews, and client presentations.
• Develop budgets, estimates, scope clarifications, and preliminary schedules.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams to gather pricing and project information.
• Manage subcontractor and trade partner solicitation for budgeting and competitive bids.
• Identify cost, schedule, material, and constructability risks.
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams on constructability and project solutions.
• Monitor design changes and their impact on cost and schedule.
• Provide value engineering and cost-saving recommendations.
• Support final estimates and GMP development, including takeoffs, pricing, and bid leveling.
• Document key assumptions, budget changes, risks, and scope decisions.
• Support project startup and the transition from preconstruction to project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in commercial construction, estimating, preconstruction, or project management.
• Strong understanding of construction costs, estimating methods, scheduling, and subcontractor procurement.
• Ability to interpret construction documents, plans, and specifications.
• Strong communication, organization, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Proficiency with construction estimating, scheduling, and project management software.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and market conditions.

Company Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid time-off and holidays
• 401KFSA deductible reimbursement

Compensation

$120K - $160K+ (DOE)