Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical

Clune Construction Company, L.P.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premiums

Employee stock ownership

401k with company match

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Education & mentoring

Fitness program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Clune Construction seeks a Senior Preconstruction Manager in Los Angeles to shape project outcomes through accurate cost evaluations, strong client relationships, and innovative problem solving during preconstruction.

You will lead bidding, manage trade partners, mentor the preconstruction team, and ensure smooth transitions from concept to execution while upholding Clune's standards of safety, service and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering preferred; strong work experience considered.
• 8+ years of construction project management experience, with 5 years in commercial construction.
• Experience in preparing detailed conceptual estimates and studies.
• Familiarity with a variety of building construction types.
• Knowledge of regional market trends, competition, and industry standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, take-off software (e.g., On-Screen Takeoff), project management software (e.g., CMiC), and scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project).
• Extensive knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles.
• Thorough understanding of drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the project from initial estimate to subcontractor finalization.
• Act as a collaborative advocate and communicator for project and customer success.
• Guide project teams through permitting and site mobilization.
• Provide innovative solutions to project challenges.
• Lead the bidding and trade partner management process.
• Develop and maintain strong client and business relationships.
• Create detailed conceptual cost estimates and studies from schematic-level documentation.
• Lead and mentor preconstruction teams.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Collaboration

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Client relations

Education

Bachelor degree in CM/Architecture/Engineering

8+ years PM experience in construction

Tools

Microsoft Office

On-Screen Takeoff

CMiC

Microsoft Project

Job description

Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values excellence and invests in its people? At Clune Construction, we’re more than builders-we’re a team of driven, collaborative and talented individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is at the core of everything we do, from the quality of our projects to the way we support our people. As an employee-owned company, we invest in our team, and in return, our people share in our success. This shared commitment has earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work, a US Best Managed Company and a recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics. Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional or looking to bring your expertise to a new area, we welcome you to join our team and make an impact!

Job Purpose:

The Senior Preconstruction Manager plays a critical role in shaping project success by providing accurate cost evaluations, fostering collaborative client relationships, and delivering innovative solutions during the preconstruction phase. This position ensures a seamless transition from concept to execution by integrating technical expertise, leadership, and strategic communication with all stakeholders.

Essential Functions:

• Manage all aspects of the project from initial estimate to subcontractor finalization.
• Act as a collaborative advocate and communicator for project and customer success.
• Leverage experience to guide project teams through permitting and site mobilization.
• Provide innovative solutions to project challenges.
• Lead the bidding and trade partner management process.
• Develop and maintain strong client and business relationships.
• Create detailed conceptual cost estimates and studies from schematic-level documentation.
• Lead and mentor preconstruction teams effectively.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This role may have supervisory responsibilities of a Preconstruction Engineer, an Assistant Project Manager, a Project Engineer and/or an Intern.

What We Offer

At Clune Construction we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including:

• 100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans
• Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education
• Fitness Program
• Pet Insurance

Core Values and Behaviors:

• Safety
• Service
• Teamwork
• Respect
• Excellence
• Leadership
• Innovation

Job Requirements:

• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Creative, innovative, and adaptive problem-solving abilities.
• Effective team collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Advanced project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills required. Must have the ability to relate and interact with higher-end clientele.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering is preferred, but strong work experience will be considered
• 8+ years of construction project management experience, with 5 years of experience specifically in commercial construction
• Experience in preparing detailed conceptual estimates and studies.
• Familiarity with a variety of building construction types.
• Knowledge of regional market trends, competition, and industry standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, take-off software (e.g., On-Screen Takeoff), project management software (e.g., CMiC), and scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project).
• Extensive knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles.
• Thorough understanding of drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction methods.

Pay Range:

Pay Range: $130,000 - $180,000 The salary range listed reflects a broad scope of potential earnings for this position. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Please note that it is not common for candidates to be hired at the top of the range. We encourage open communication about compensation expectations during the hiring process.

All candidates must provide a resume. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

With a robust national footprint, Clune Construction stands as a leading general contractor with offices across the United States. Clune’s workforce of talented employee-owners manages an annual project portfolio exceeding $5 billion in commercial and Mission Critical ventures. At the heart of Clune’s success lies its steadfast dedication to client satisfaction. Rooted in the core values of safety, service, teamwork, respect, excellence, leadership, and innovation, Clune Construction is committed to providing exceptional construction services to our clients and business partners and delivering results that continuously exceed expectations. When you are an employee owner, you feel personally invested in providing exceptional service to the diverse group of clients and industries we work with as a company. It’s part of believing in a shared fate mentality and that’s exactly what sets us apart. At Clune, we value the presence of a family-oriented culture, where we support and challenge our employee-owners to be their best. We work together as a team and value quality and integrity in all the work that we do.