Preconstruction Manager - Commercial Construction

The Hagerman Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive program

PTO starting at 4 weeks per year plus

Market-leading medical, dental, andvi

401(k) retirement program with company

Parental leave

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

Continuing education and professional

Career Pathing Program and growth

The Hagerman Institute – learning and

Volunteer support and communitye

Collaborative culture built on trust

Job summary

The Hagerman Group is expanding its Louisville team and seeks an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction process from pursuit through construction handoff. This client-facing leadership role shapes project strategy, budgets, and partner involvement to set projects up for long-term success.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in construction, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of preconstruction, design coordination, and estimating.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive construction experience including customer-facing leadership roles.
• Strong communicator and collaborator with ability to lead teams and influence outcomes.
• Deep understanding of preconstruction, design coordination, and estimating processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead pursuit strategies, RFP responses, and client interviews.
• Own the preconstruction process from concept through handoff to operations.
• Oversee design coordination, estimating, procurement strategies, and early trade partner involvement.
• Develop conceptual budgets and detailed estimates while tracking cost trends.
• Collaborate with Estimating, Operations, Safety, and Purchasing to align scope and schedules.
• Provide input on cost, constructability, and means and methods.
• Lead and develop preconstruction team members for smooth transition to construction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Preconstruction expertise

Industry knowledge

Tools

Procore

CMiC

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Build the Future of Hagerman in Louisville

Who We Are

For more than a century, The Hagerman Group has built more than projects - we’ve built trust, partnerships, and communities. Since 1908, the Hagerman family legacy has been rooted in integrity, craftsmanship, and a commitment to doing the right thing for our clients, our partners, and our people.

Now, we’re expanding our footprint in Louisville, and this role offers a rare opportunity to help shape and grow a market alongside a respected construction leader.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction process from project pursuit through the start of construction. This is a high‑impact, client‑facing leadership role that plays a critical part in winning work, setting projects up for success, and helping establish Hagerman’s long‑term presence in the Louisville market.

This role is ideal for a construction professional who enjoys strategic thinking, collaboration, mentorship, and being at the table early—where smart planning makes all the difference.

What You’ll Do

• Lead pursuit strategies, RFP responses, and client interviews
• Own the preconstruction process from concept through handoff to operations
• Oversee design coordination, estimating, procurement strategies, and early trade partner involvement
• Develop conceptual budgets and detailed estimates while tracking cost trends and market conditions
• Collaborate closely with Estimating, Operations, Safety, and Purchasing to align scope, schedules, logistics, and procurement plans
• Provide value‑added input on cost, constructability, and means and methods
• Lead and develop preconstruction team members while ensuring a smooth transition into construction

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of progressive construction experience, including customer‑facing leadership roles
• Strong communicator and collaborator with the ability to lead teams and influence outcomes
• Deep understanding of preconstruction, design coordination, and estimating processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with Procore (preferred) and CMiC (preferred)
• Working knowledge of design and engineering disciplines

Why Hagerman?

When you join Hagerman, you’re not just taking a job - you’re helping build the future of our company and the communities we serve. We invest in our people because they’re the foundation of our success.

Our benefits include:

• Company‑wide annual incentive program
• PTO starting at 4 weeks per year plus paid holidays
• Market‑leading medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement program with company match
• Parental leave
• Employer‑paid life and AD&D insurance (optional)
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Career Pathing Program and growth opportunities
• The Hagerman Institute – customized learning and leadership development
• Support for volunteer work and community involvement
• A thriving, collaborative culture grounded in trust and accountability

The Hagerman Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Please note: Hagerman does not sponsor work visas.