Preconstruction Manager Fort Myers

Stevens Construction, Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevens Construction, Inc. seeks a preconstruction professional to oversee the full lifecycle of preconstruction services—from budgeting concepts through project turnover.

This role blends advanced estimating, leadership, client engagement, risk management, and strategic planning to ensure projects are competitively positioned and accurately budgeted. You will mentor the team, use advanced estimating software and Excel, and align projects with Stevens Construction's long-term objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in estimating and preconstruction leadership.
• Advanced proficiency in construction estimating software and Excel.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, systems, and sequencing.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Relevant industry certifications such as Certified Professional Estimator (CPE).

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of preconstruction services from budgeting concepts through project turnover.
• Lead estimating and risk management activities across projects.
• Engage with clients and internal teams to structure projects for success.
• Mentor and develop team members to elevate preconstruction capabilities.

Skills

Estimating & Preconstruction

Leadership & Mentoring

Client Engagement

Advanced Excel

Risk Management

Negotiation & Communication

Construction Methods & Sequencing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Tools

RSMeans

Estimating software suite

Job description

Stevens Construction specializes in healthcare and commercial construction, providing outstanding product quality and service in the Florida construction industry. With headquarters in Fort Myers, FL, and operations in Orlando, Stevens Construction guides their clients through the entire development and construction process.

Our Mission is to identify, hire, and retain the very best people who work together to execute our five-year strategic plan while maintaining our reputation, values, and beliefs. As a steadily expanding organization, we actively contribute to the communities we serve.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Stevens Construction is seeking a preconstruction professional responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of preconstruction services—from conceptual budgeting through project turnover to operations. This role combines advanced estimating expertise, departmental leadership, client engagement, risk management, and strategic planning. This position ensures that projects are competitively positioned, accurately budgeted, strategically structured, and aligned with Stevens Construction's long-term business objectives while working with team members and driving continuous improvement.

• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in estimating and preconstruction leadership.
• Advanced proficiency in construction estimating software and Excel
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, systems, and sequencing.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Relevant industry certifications such as Certified Professional Estimator (CPE)