Preconstruction Manager – Estimating & GMP Strategy

Just Construction Recruitment; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development support

Job summary

Just Construction Recruitment seeks a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction activities for commercial and healthcare projects. You will guide estimates from conceptual design through final pricing, collaborating with clients, subcontractors, and operations teams to deliver accurate, competitive proposals and seamless handover to operations.

The role requires proven leadership in estimating, deep knowledge of construction methods and costs, and proficiency with Destini,

Qualifications

• Commercial or healthcare construction estimating experience required.
• Experience leading estimates and managing preconstruction activities.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, costs and sequencing.
• Proficiency in estimating and take-off software such as Destini or equivalent.
• Strong Excel, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office skills.
• Working knowledge of scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
• Excellent communication, organisation and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Field construction experience strongly preferred.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and continuing education support.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple estimates from conceptual budgeting through final GMP or lump-sum pricing.
• Review drawings, specifications and contract documents to identify scope gaps and project risks.
• Manage quantity take-offs, subcontractor pricing and cost analysis.
• Develop project budgets, procurement strategies and value engineering solutions.
• Support scheduling, constructability reviews and project planning.
• Build strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers and trade partners.
• Support business development, project pursuits, client presentations and interviews.
• Maintain historical cost data and improve estimating processes.
• Mentor and develop estimating staff.
• Ensure smooth handover from preconstruction to project operations.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Client communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Construction Management, Engineering or related degree preferred

Tools

Destini

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Just Construction Recruitment seeks a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction activities for commercial and healthcare projects. You will guide estimates from conceptual design through final pricing, collaborating with clients, subcontractors, and operations teams to deliver accurate, competitive proposals and seamless handover to operations.

The role requires proven leadership in estimating, deep knowledge of construction methods and costs, and proficiency with Destini,