Preconstruction Services - Project Manager

Pepper Construction; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Networking opportunities

Supportive team

Company events

Community impact

Job summary

Pepper Construction is seeking a Preconstruction Project Manager to lead early-stage cost estimation, scope development, and value engineering for diverse markets from its Cincinnati area office. You will collaborate with design teams, clients, and field supervision to set budgets and priorities.

Ideal candidates have a BS in construction/engineering, 5+ years in preconstruction, and familiarity with Destini/WinEst; Revit is a plus.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering or related technical area preferred.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Preconstruction experience with projects >$5M.
• Knowledge of Destini, WinEst or similar electronic takeoff program.
• Knowledge of Revit preferred.
• Office located in Cincinnati (Lockland).
• Experience in markets: commercial office, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, industrial, interiors, K-12, life sciences, manufacturing and retail.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed quantity surveys both manually and electronically.
• Develop detailed pricing and scopes of work by trade.
• Perform value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Identify cost drivers and develop alternative solutions.
• Actively participate in winning work and client communications.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

B.S. in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Destini

WinEst

Revit

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Preconstruction project managers are responsible for the activities that occur at the beginning of a project, prior to the start of construction. Preconstruction team members are expected to work with all levels of project management and field supervision to establish budget and operational priorities, helping to ensure a quality project.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Preconstruction:

• Perform detailed quantity surveys both manually and electronically


• Possess knowledge of and ability to develop detailed pricing


• Develop detailed scopes of work by trade


• Perform value engineering/value analysis


• Perform building systems analysis and constructability reviews


• Possess knowledge of cost and pricing trends and develop escalation analysis


• Develop conceptual estimates from limited information


• Level and descope competitive bid trades


• Identify cost drivers and develop alternative solutions.


• Actively participate in winning work

Leadership

• Provide leadership through building relationships, motivating others, providing clear direction, and cooperative teamwork


• Communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with immediate team members, operational project management teams, and with clients and the design team.


• Provide training and serve as a mentor to less experienced team members.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering or related technical area preferred


• 5+ years of experience


• Prior experience in a Preconstruction role with projects in excess of $5M


• Knowledge of Destini, WinEst or similar electronic takeoff program


• Knowledge of Revit preferred


• Work from Cincinnati (Lockland) office


• Experience in the following markets is preferred: commercial office, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, industrial, interiors, K-12, life sciences, manufacturing and retail

WHY CHOOSE PEPPER?

• Great benefits (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) match—your future is in good hands!


• Vacation time, Personal time, paid holidays and more!


• Opportunities to network and grow professionally


• A supportive and collaborative team environment that celebrates success


• Engaging and fun company-wide events


• Meaningful work bringing a positive impact to communities