Preconstruction Manager

W.C. Construction Company, LLC; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

W.C. Construction Company, LLC in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction team and ensure accurate estimates, proposals, and bid packages.

You will collaborate with management, owners, design teams, subcontractors, and vendors to develop competitive bids. Requires 5+ years in commercial construction or preconstruction, proficiency in MS Office, Procore, PlanSwift, and On-Screen Takeoff, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, estimating, or preconstruction.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the preconstruction team, assign work, set priorities, and monitor deadlines.
• Review project opportunities, plans, specs, and bid requirements to determine scope and bidding strategy.
• Oversee estimating, bidding, and proposal preparation for NC and other states as the company expands.
• Prepare and submit project bids, including final bid costs and proposals.
• Develop bid packages and solicit pricing from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Review subcontractor and vendor bids, identifying gaps, exclusions, and risks.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor/Associate degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Business

Tools

Procore

PlanSwift

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

The Preconstruction Manager oversees the company’s preconstruction activities from project opportunity through bid submission and transition to operations. This position leads the preconstruction team and ensures estimates, proposals, bid packages, and project documentation are accurate and completed on time. The Preconstruction Manager works closely with management, owners, design teams, subcontractors, and vendors to develop competitive estimates, evaluate project risks, and support successful project pursuits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the preconstruction team, including assigning work, setting priorities, conducting regular team meetings, and monitoring deadlines and workload.
• Review and evaluate project opportunities, plans, specifications, and bid requirements to determine project scope, feasibility, and bidding strategy.
• Oversee and actively participate in estimating, bidding, and proposal preparation for projects in North Carolina and other states as the company expands.
• Prepare and submit project bids in North Carolina and other states, including reviewing project documents, compiling final bid costs and proposals.
• Prepare and review conceptual, detailed, and final project estimates and proposals for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and utilize estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, and other applicable systems when necessary.
• Develop bid packages and solicit pricing from qualified subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Complete and maintain subcontractor prequalification applications for various project scopes.
• Review and analyze subcontractor and vendor bids and identify scope gaps, discrepancies, exclusions, and potential project risks.
• Maintain accurate bid, subcontractor, vendor, and project databases and files.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, owners, architects, and engineers.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and other project meetings as needed.
• Communicate project costs, risks, bidding strategy, and estimating information to upper management.
• Coordinate with Project Management team to support a successful transition from preconstruction to construction.
• Manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support the development and training of project team members.
• Attend company, industry, networking, and outreach events as needed to represent the company and build professional relationships.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent construction experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, estimating, or preconstruction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Procore, PlanSwift, and other estimating and preconstruction management software preferred.
• Ability to provide strong leadership while maintaining organization, accuracy, and attention to detail throughout all phases of preconstruction.
• Valid driver's license

This position is in-person (Winston-Salem, NC)

Willing to travel in and outside of NC

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.