Preconstruction Manager (Design-Build)

Jobot; Madison (WI); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) contribution

PTO & holidays

Career growth opportunities

Competitive salary & incentives

Résumé du poste

Jobot in Madison, WI is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead front-end planning for commercial projects. You will shape budgets, schedules, and coordination among owners, designers, and trade partners to enable smooth transitions into construction.

You will develop detailed estimates, manage GMP or lump-sum pricing, oversee constructability reviews, and guide teams through value engineering and bid packaging. A strong communicator with 7+ years in preconstruction is ideal.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project management within commercial construction.
• Proven experience leading preconstruction efforts on mid-to-large scale projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods.
• Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience working with subcontractors across multiple trades.
• Proficiency with estimating and project management software.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.

Responsabilités

• Lead the preconstruction phase for multiple commercial projects from conceptual design through GMP or lump-sum pricing.
• Develop and manage detailed cost estimates, budgets, and value engineering options.
• Coordinate closely with owners, architects, engineers, and internal operations teams to align scope, schedule, and cost.
• Oversee constructability reviews, risk assessments, and design development milestones.
• Prepare and manage bid packages; lead subcontractor outreach, evaluation, and leveling.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure a seamless handoff from preconstruction to construction.
• Support schedule development in coordination with project management and field leadership.
• Provide clear, professional presentations to clients and internal stakeholders.

Connaissances

Preconstruction management

Estimating

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Outils

Estimating software

PM software

Description du poste

Preconstruction Manager Opportunity - Design-Build General Contractor – Top of the line compensation

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a well-established design-build general contractor seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead the front-end planning and coordination of complex construction projects. This role is critical in shaping project success by aligning owners, designers, and trade partners early in the process to ensure accurate budgeting, efficient scheduling, and smooth transitions into construction.

Why join us

We believe strong preconstruction drives project success. Our team values early collaboration, thoughtful planning, and long‑term client relationships. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact on project outcomes while working in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional growth and long‑term career opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preconstruction phase for multiple commercial projects from conceptual design through GMP or lump-sum pricing
• Develop and manage detailed cost estimates, budgets, and value engineering options
• Coordinate closely with owners, architects, engineers, and internal operations teams to align scope, schedule, and cost
• Oversee constructability reviews, risk assessments, and design development milestones
• Prepare and manage bid packages; lead subcontractor outreach, evaluation, and leveling
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure a seamless handoff from preconstruction to construction
• Support schedule development in coordination with project management and field leadership
• Provide clear, professional presentations to clients and internal stakeholders

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project management within commercial construction
• Proven experience leading preconstruction efforts on mid-to-large scale projects
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods
• Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience working with subcontractors across multiple trades
• Proficiency with estimating and project management software (specific platforms not required)
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.