Preconstruction Manager-Commercial Construction (Procurement)

Jobot; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance for

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

20 days PTO/year

Job summary

Jobot in the Washington, DC area seeks a Preconstruction Manager with a procurement background for commercial construction projects in the DMV region. You will lead the preconstruction process, produce estimates, and manage subcontractor and vendor relationships.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction and 8 years of estimating—mechanical construction experience is highlighted. Hybrid remote options and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree as listed; strong estimating and preconstruction capabilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with building materials, systems, and trade practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction phases including management, coordination, and client contact.
• Produce progress estimates at design milestones and evaluate costs.
• Review documents and coordinate with subcontractors and vendors.
• Oversee bidding process, take-offs, and scope definitions.
• Work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment with competing priorities.

Skills

Estimating expertise

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Construction, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Local DMV GC seeking a Preconstruction Manager for Commercial Construction (Procurement background a Must) Projects in the DMV area.

Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded in 2007, We are a diverse, dynamic commercial construction management firm headquartered in Washington, DC. We specialize in developments that enhance the community; including transformational projects that promote economic sustainability, including education, recreation, healthcare, affordable housing, and institutional spaces. While building strong, continuous relationships with our clients and the community, we recognize that our success is rooted in the professional and personal fullfilment of our most valuable asset-our employees.

Why join us?

• Salary Range: $135,000 –175,000 and an annual discretionary bonus
• Free medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee. 75% cost sharing for family coverage including a domestic partner
• Tuition reimbursement, 401k matching
• 20 days of PTO/year, flexible hybrid remote working arrangements, the latest technology and tools to do your best work
• Opportunity to make an impact on a diverse team with decades of professional experience

Job Details:

Our new Preconstruction Manager will act as a key leader in the entire work acquisition process including management, coordination, and delivery of the preconstruction phases of the project and extensive client contact. Our Preconstruction Managers produce progress estimates at design milestones, evaluate material and system costs, review document progress and coordination, build and maintain subcontractor and vendor relationships. Preconstruction Managers are also responsible for detailed take-offs and estimating, the definition of bid package scopes, and overseeing the subcontractor/supplier bidding process. If you are motivated by working efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-task environment with multiple project relationships and competing priorities, this may be the perfect fit for you.

What You Bring to The Table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Construction, or related field
• 8 years of estimating experience with a concentration in mechanical construction projects
• Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions and trade practices
• Conceptual ability to work with minimum information and quickly develop an understanding of the client and architect requirements
• Demonstrate imaginative, innovative, and succinct approach to a project
• Excellent oral and written skills required
• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite program
• Strong attention to detail and well organized, must be diplomatic with the ability to be discreet when handling confidential information/situations, excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
• Some travel may be required depending on business needs.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.