Senior Preconstruction Manager

Middleburg Communities; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

HSA option

Dental plan

Vision plan

PTO

401(k) match

Life insurance

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Middleburg Communities seeks a Senior Preconstruction Manager to lead planning, budgeting, and coordination of preconstruction activities for multifamily projects in the Southeast. You will oversee estimating, budgets, and schedules, coordinating between design teams, contractors, and clients to position projects for GMP success.

The role requires 7+ years in preconstruction or related fields, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive preconstruction, estimating, or PM experience in multifamily or commercial construction.
• Proven ability to manage full preconstruction lifecycle from conceptual estimating to GMP.
• Strong knowledge of construction means, pricing, and design-phase coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Bluebeam, SmartBid, or equivalent estimating software.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and lead cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented and proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction process for multiple multifamily projects from concept through GMP execution.
• Collaborate with Development, Design, and Construction teams to align project goals, design intent, budget, and schedule.
• Prepare conceptual and detailed estimates at various design milestones.
• Conduct quantity takeoffs, bid leveling, scope reviews, and cost analyses.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor outreach, prequalification, and bid solicitation.
• Lead bid evaluations and negotiations to ensure best value and quality outcomes.
• Develop and maintain preconstruction schedules, track design milestones, and forecast cost impacts.
• Identify constructability issues, risk factors, and value engineering opportunities early in design.
• Lead design coordination meetings and provide actionable feedback to optimize construction efficiency and cost.
• Prepare and present project budgets, updates, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Review and manage GMP proposals, ensuring accuracy and scope compliance.
• Serve as primary contact for all preconstruction communications with clients and partners.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to estimating standards and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Project management

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Bluebeam

SmartBid

Job description

• Location 2300 Maitland Center Pkwy,Suite 116,Maitland, FL, 32751,United States
• Job Category Corporate
• Employee Type Exempt

Middleburg Communities is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager for our various construction projects across the southeastern United States. Middleburg Communities is a full-service real estate firm specializing in multifamily real estate investments through our acquisition, development, construction, and property management services. Our development and construction teams collaborate with architects and engineers to design each project, and our internal selection process enables us to partner with a close network of trusted subcontractors to build each project.

As a key member of the Preconstruction department, this individual will lead the planning, budgeting, and coordination of all preconstruction activities for multifamily projects across the Southeast. This role is critical in ensuring our projects are positioned for success from concept through construction start.

The Senior Preconstruction Manager oversees all phases of preconstruction, managing estimating efforts, budgets, schedules, and coordination between internal teams and external partners. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise, leadership ability, and a deep understanding of the multifamily construction process.

This position will be full-time, in person, located in Orlando, FL.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the preconstruction process for multiple multifamily development projects from concept through GMP execution.
• Collaborate with Development, Design, and Construction teams to align project goals, design intent, budget, and schedule.
• Prepare conceptual and detailed estimates at various design milestones, including schematic, design development, and construction documents.
• Conduct and oversee quantity takeoffs, bid leveling, scope reviews, and cost analyses.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor outreach, prequalification, and bid solicitation.
• Lead bid evaluations and negotiations to ensure best value and quality outcomes.
• Develop and maintain preconstruction schedules, track design milestones, and forecast potential cost impacts.
• Identify constructability issues, risk factors, and value engineering opportunities early in design.
• Lead design coordination meetings and provide actionable feedback to optimize construction efficiency and cost.
• Prepare and present project budgets, updates, and recommendations to senior leadership and ownership teams.
• Review and manage Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals, ensuring accuracy and compliance with scope.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all preconstruction-related communication with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor junior preconstruction and estimating team members, fostering professional growth and team development.
• Contribute to company-wide estimating standards, process improvements, and best practices to enhance efficiency and consistency across projects.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project management within multifamily or commercial construction.
• Proven ability to manage the full preconstruction lifecycle from conceptual estimating through GMP preparation.
• Expertise in construction means and methods, market pricing, and design-phase coordination.
• Strong understanding of building systems, design documents, and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Bluebeam, SmartBid, or equivalent estimating software.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Summary

What we can offer you:

• Great benefits- We offer comprehensive health and wellness benefits tailored to meet your needs. Choose from two medical plan options, including a company-funded HSA plan with 100% premium coverage for employees. We also provide subsidized options for additional family members, as well as dental and vision plan choices. Other benefits include paid time off, paid volunteer time, and company-paid holidays, a 401(k) match, employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance, and educational reimbursement to support your growth.
• A job that challenges you- Middleburg strives for excellence in knowledge, service, and integrity. Excellence in knowledge means that Middleburg recruits and trains top-notch Team Members who are experts in their field and who continue to improve their industry knowledge. Team Members work together to provide excellent customer service that exceeds customers' expectations.
• Great Culture- We embrace a culture of responsible leadership at all levels of our organization that encourages initiative to advance our mission and vision. We honor the dignity of all people, embrace differences, value new ideas, demonstrate empathy, and strive to promote a caring and supportive environment for all. Our team is building a better world, one community at a time.

Who is Middleburg Communities?

At Middleburg Communities, we share a vision for greater value creation through community impact. Our success is rooted in a genuine desire to serve our local communities in thoughtful and holistic ways. By enhancing the lives of others, we contribute positively to neighborhoods and maximize real returns for our partners.

Middleburg is a fully integrated real estate investment, development, and construction firm focused on rental housing in high-growth markets across the southeastern United States. Since 2004, the company has acquired and developed over 22,000 apartment units, executing approximately $3 billion in transactions, and is one of the most active developers and builders of rental housing in the nation with approximately $1 billion in recurring annual development value.

Middleburg Communities is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome qualified applicants from a variety of backgrounds inclusive of their race, color, religion, sexual orientation,gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.