Senior Preconstruction Manager

Journey Group; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA/FSA options

Disability coverage

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Relocation assistance

Cell phone allowance

Clothing allowance

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Journey Group in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction team, guiding the project setup from concept through final pricing. You will partner with clients and designers to ensure alignment on scope, cost, and schedule.

This leadership role requires strong client-facing skills, deep knowledge of costs, schedules, and constructability, and a track record of delivering multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture or related field.
• 8–15 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or PM.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the preconstruction team across multiple projects.
• Oversee estimating, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and risk assessment.
• Partner with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners to align scope, cost, and schedule.
• Serve as the primary client contact during preconstruction.
• Drive value analysis and alternative solutions considering cost, schedule, and lifecycle impacts.
• Lead project interviews and preconstruction strategy discussions.
• Identify project risks early and develop mitigation strategies.
• Continuously improve preconstruction processes and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Communication

Preconstruction

Estimating

Budgeting

Scheduling

Procurement

Risk assessment

Team mentoring

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

PlanSwift

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Togal.AI

BuildingConnected

Job description

JOURNEY GROUP: OUR STORY

Journey Group is a full-service construction group headquartered in Sioux Falls, S.D., with divisions offering commercial, manufacturing, industrial, civil, residential, and asphalt construction services across the upper Midwest and nationwide. We're known for building lasting relationships through integrity, teamwork, and excellence. At Journey Group, you'll be part of a dedicated team that delivers on commitments and builds strong communities.

Job Type

Full-time

OUR OPENING

Journey Construction is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager to join our team in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. In this leadership role, you'll set projects up for success by guiding the preconstruction team, partnering with clients and designers, and providing strategic oversight from concept through final pricing.

WHAT WOULD YOU DO AS A SENIOR PRECONSTRUCTION MANAGER?

• Lead and mentor the preconstruction team across multiple projects
• Oversee estimating, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and risk assessment
• Partner with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners to align scope, cost, and schedule
• Serve as the primary client contact during preconstruction
• Drive value analysis and alternative solutions considering cost, schedule, and lifecycle impacts
• Lead project interviews and preconstruction strategy discussions
• Identify project risks early and develop mitigation strategies
• Continuously improve preconstruction processes and best practices

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION NEEDED

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• 8-15 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project management
• Proven experience leading teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Needed

• Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills
• Deep understanding of construction costs, schedules, and constructability
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations
• Experience collaborating with internal teams and external partners
• Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Office, Ediphi, PlanSwift, Togal.AI, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, and BuildingConnected
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and a team-first mindset

Benefits You Will Experience With Journey Group

Journey Group offers competitive pay, annual bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, HSA/FSA options, disability coverage, wellness programs, paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave. This role may also be eligible for a cell phone allowance, clothing allowance, mileage reimbursement, and potential relocation assistance.

OUR TEAM NEEDS YOU!

If you're ready to make an impact by helping build strong projects and communities, apply online or stop by our office at 4500 W 58th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57108.

Journey Group is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (EOE) and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding hiring and employment. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.