Preconstruction Manager: Estimating, Strategy & Client Relations

Miller Valentine; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short and Long term Disability

Job summary

Miller Valentine is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to provide daily technical support to the Project Execution team and assist the Business Development team with conceptual designs, budgets, and schedules. You will work with the Project Manager and supervisors to maintain a robust opportunity pipeline and drive preconstruction progress.

In this role you will help develop cost estimates, collaborate on value‑added services, and ensure bids are thorough and well‑documented for multiple

Qualifications

• Mentorship and training capabilities
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively
• Proficiency in numerical calculations (discounts, percentages, algebra)
• Strong written and verbal communication with diverse audiences
• Analytical decision-making based on data

Responsibilities

• Provide resources to maintain increased opportunity pipeline and advance preconstruction projects.
• Travel to and attend meetings with customer and design team.
• Assist in the strategy creation for all cost estimates.
• Prepare cost estimates and the technical portion of sales proposals.
• Manage and/or prepare bid documents (ITB, SOW, Bid Forms).
• Ensure every project estimate is peer‑critiqued by a knowledgeable peer.

Skills

Mentorship

Cross-functional leadership

Numerical calculations

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Miller Valentine is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to provide daily technical support to the Project Execution team and assist the Business Development team with conceptual designs, budgets, and schedules. You will work with the Project Manager and supervisors to maintain a robust opportunity pipeline and drive preconstruction progress.

In this role you will help develop cost estimates, collaborate on value‑added services, and ensure bids are thorough and well‑documented for multiple