Senior Preconstruction Manager – Commercial Construction

Talent With Heart; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement benefits

Wellness benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Talent With Heart is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead the Houston preconstruction and estimating department for a major commercial contractor.

You will guide complex estimates from concept through GMP or lump-sum bids, collaborate with owners and design teams, and set staffing for multiple projects while driving quality and cost discipline. This on-site role offers a strong bonus and top-tier benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial building construction experience.
• Experience managing and developing estimators or preconstruction professionals.
• Experience taking projects from conceptual budgeting through GMP or lump-sum pricing, with ability to review drawings and explain cost to clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preconstruction and estimating team across multiple pursuits and active projects.
• Set clear expectations for estimate quality and delivery; coach staff and develop talent.
• Lead or review conceptual budgets, milestone estimates, GMP proposals, and lump-sum bids for complex projects.
• Partner with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners to evaluate design options and explain cost drivers.
• Collaborate with Operations and Procurement on constructability, pricing, and handoff to construction teams.
• Support project pursuits and client presentations and stay current with market pricing and trends.

Skills

Estimating leadership

GMP pricing

Preconstruction planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field

Job description

Talent With Heart is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead the Houston preconstruction and estimating department for a major commercial contractor.

You will guide complex estimates from concept through GMP or lump-sum bids, collaborate with owners and design teams, and set staffing for multiple projects while driving quality and cost discipline. This on-site role offers a strong bonus and top-tier benefits.