Preconstruction Project Manager - Estimating & Risk

RNGD; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

RNGD in Nashville seeks a seasoned Preconstruction Project Manager to lead the preconstruction phase of complex construction projects. You will coordinate with design teams, operations, and clients to establish budgets, schedules, and constructability goals, and you will drive value through rigorous cost analysis, risk assessment, and process improvements.

This role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and a commitment to RNGD values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Six or more years of experience in a commercial construction firm.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules.
• Thorough knowledge of construction forecasting, cost estimating, scheduling, purchasing, and accounting principles.
• Demonstrated understanding of building processes and systems.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex project issues.
• Exceptional relationship-building, listening, and communication skills.
• Strong leadership ability with proven success in fostering team morale and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preconstruction process schedule and ensure milestones are achieved.
• Conduct constructability reviews at design milestones and provide actionable feedback.
• Coordinate early work field activities and ensure effective execution of action items to meet project objectives and KPIs.
• Promote and reinforce company core values by leading through example.
• Create, manage, and report monthly preconstruction job budgets.
• Coordinate bid solicitation efforts and identify subcontractors critical to project success.
• Compile bid packages for complex scopes and adjust requirements to ensure level bidding.
• Communicate key project requirements such as insurance, bonding, bid submission, schedule needs, and bid day activities.
• Solicit design team members through the RFP process, evaluate responses, and provide recommendations.
• Compile turnover matrices, confirm selected subcontractors, and identify buyout opportunities.
• Lead and facilitate preconstruction meetings, ensuring they are timely, effective, and informative.
• Maintain ongoing communication with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Promote and enhance the company’s image, brand, and reputation in all interactions.

Skills

Leadership

Contract analysis

Communication

Cost estimating

Schedule management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

RNGD in Nashville seeks a seasoned Preconstruction Project Manager to lead the preconstruction phase of complex construction projects. You will coordinate with design teams, operations, and clients to establish budgets, schedules, and constructability goals, and you will drive value through rigorous cost analysis, risk assessment, and process improvements.

This role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and a commitment to RNGD values.