Preconstruction Manager - Commercial Construction

hagerman; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company-wide annual incentive program

PTO starting at 4 weeks per year

Market-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement program with company match

Parental leave

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

Continuing education and professional development

Career Pathing Program

Support for volunteer work and community involvement

Job summary

Hagerman in Louisville is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction process from project pursuit through to the start of construction. This pivotal client-facing role demands extensive experience in construction and a strategic mindset.

The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience and a deep understanding of preconstruction processes. The position offers competitive salary and numerous benefits, contributing to a thriving, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 and market conditions.
• Collaborate closely with Estimating, Operations, Safety, and Purchasing.
• Provide value-added input on cost, constructability, and means and methods.
• Lead and develop preconstruction team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Preconstruction processes

Cost estimation

Design coordination

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Procore

CMiC

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

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
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

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:

• Competitive salary
• 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

Join Us

If you’re excited by the idea of building something meaningful from the ground up, partnering with great clients, and being part of a company where your voice and expertise matter—we’d love to talk.

The Hagerman Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Please note: Hagerman does not sponsor work visas.