Senior Healthcare Preconstruction Lead

CORE; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CORE is seeking a Sr. Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction phase of complex healthcare projects in Tucson/South Arizona. You will oversee cost estimation, trade coordination, and transitions from preconstruction to construction while guiding a team of Preconstruction Managers.

The role requires healthcare construction experience, ICRA and healthcare certifications, and strong leadership and communication skills to manage multiple inpatient projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years preconstruction experience.
• Healthcare construction experience (required).
• Healthcare Construction Certification (required).
• ICRA certification and/or experience.
• Experience supporting inpatient healthcare projects.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Building Connected, Construct Connect.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the project lead for preconstruction efforts, overseeing communication, deliverables, options, and estimates.
• Identify project challenges and develop mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with Senior Preconstruction Manager and Assistant Preconstruction Managers.
• Oversee bid processes, trade coordination, and project timelines.
• Review QTOs and breakdowns prepared by APMs.
• Develop early-stage cost models using historical data.
• Perform unit pricing, scope breakdowns, and conceptual estimates.
• Lead risk assessment and mitigation planning.
• Present deliverables to clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate handoff to operations teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Preconstruction

Cost estimation

Lean practices

Bluebeam

Building Connected

Construct Connect

Education

Healthcare Construction Certification

ICRA certification

Certified Healthcare Construction

Tools

Bluebeam

Building Connected

Construct Connect

Job description

CORE is seeking a Sr. Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction phase of complex healthcare projects in Tucson/South Arizona. You will oversee cost estimation, trade coordination, and transitions from preconstruction to construction while guiding a team of Preconstruction Managers.

The role requires healthcare construction experience, ICRA and healthcare certifications, and strong leadership and communication skills to manage multiple inpatient projects.