Preconstruction Manager - Commercial Construction

Michael Page; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance benefits

Dental insurance benefits

Vision insurance benefits

401k company match

Maternal and Paternal leave

Great company culture

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United States is seeking a Preconstruction Manager for their Columbus, OH location. This mid-senior role involves leading budgeting and estimating efforts while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful project proposals. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in commercial construction and strong skills in analyzing risks in project specifications. The position offers a base salary up to $170,000, along with comprehensive health benefits and a robust bonus structure.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in commercial construction estimating or preconstruction.
• Ability to quickly review plans and evaluate drawings.
• Familiarity with local jurisdictions and construction codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts including budgeting, estimating, and value engineering.
• Collaborate with clients and teams to develop proposals.
• Analyze project documents to identify risks.

Skills

Budgeting

Estimating

Value engineering

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Timberline

Sage

Job description

Preconstruction Manager – Commercial Construction

Michael Page

Location: Columbus, OH

Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

This range is provided by Michael Page. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Description

• Lead preconstruction efforts including budgeting, estimating, and value engineering.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and internal teams to develop accurate and competitive proposals.
• Analyze project documents and specifications to identify risks and opportunities.
• Manage bid processes and subcontractor relationships.
• Support project handoff and ensure smooth transition to operations teams.

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 10+ years in commercial construction estimating or preconstruction.
• Must be able to quickly and accurately review plans and evaluate drawings.
• Proficiency in estimating software (Timberline, Sage, or similar)
• Familiarity with local jurisdictions, codes and review processes a plus.
• Superior attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.

Job Offer

• Leadership role in a nationally respected firm with a strong local presence.
• Up to $170,000 base salary
• Incredible bonus structure - both team and guaranteed
• Company profit bonuses
• Health insurance benefits
• Dental insurance benefits
• Vision insurance benefits
• 401k company match
• Maternal and Paternal leave
• An excellent company culture and a chance to join a great team

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Building Construction