Preconstruction Manager – Commercial

Professional Recruiting Consultants, Inc.; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Recruiting Consultants, Inc. seeks an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead commercial project estimates from start to finish in Columbus, Ohio. Drive the preconstruction phase, build key relationships, and present cost information to clients.

The role emphasizes estimating, takeoffs, schedules, value engineering, subcontractor management, and client/architect leadership. Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in commercial projects and a track record of accurate, competitive bids.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in commercial project estimation.
• Experience leading preconstruction from start to finish.
• Ability to present cost information to clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead, create, and complete entire project estimates.
• Perform detailed On-Screen Takeoffs.
• Develop preliminary preconstruction schedules.
• Formulate Value Engineering ideas and calculate costs.
• Research specified materials and source viable alternatives.
• Review, analyze and correct estimates.
• Manage project staffing and General Condition requirements.
• Maintain expert knowledge of current market and unit pricing.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with Owners and Architects.

Skills

Estimating

Takeoffs

Value Engineering

Subcontractor mgmt

Client relations

Presentations

Job description

Preconstruction Manager - Commercial

Location: Columbus, OH

Relocation: Assistance available

Experience: 5-10 Years (Commercial Projects)

Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000 + Bonuses (Open to discussion based on experience)

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead commercial project estimates from start to finish. You will drive the preconstruction phase, build key relationships, and present critical cost information to clients.

Core Responsibilities

Estimating & Strategy

• Lead, create, and complete entire project estimates.
• Perform detailed On-Screen Takeoffs.
• Develop preliminary preconstruction schedules.
• Formulate Value Engineering (VE) ideas and calculate associated costs.
• Research specified materials and source viable alternatives.
• Review, analyze, and correct estimates prepared by team members.
• Manage project staffing and General Condition requirements.
• Maintain expert knowledge of current market and unit pricing.

Bidding & Subcontractor Management

• Build and manage qualified Subcontractor Bid Lists.
• Proactively call subcontractors and drive them to bid.
• Analyze incoming bids and detailed scopes of work.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors.

Client & Architect Leadership

• Build strong, trusted relationships with Owners and Architects.
• Prepare polished, professional presentation documents.
• Confidently present cost information and estimates to clients.