Senior Preconstruction Manager, Commercial - Houston

The Recruiting Hive; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High bonus

Top market-leading benefits &保险

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) and retirement-related benefits

Health Savings Account and Flexible Sp

Wellness benefits

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

The Recruiting Hive in Houston, TX is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction and estimating department for a top commercial general contractor. This on-site role requires strategic oversight of budgets, GMP decisions, and client collaboration from concept through bid.

You will mentor estimators, set quality expectations, and coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners. A track record in complex commercial projects and a relevant degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial building construction experience.
• Experience leading and developing estimators/preconstruction professionals.
• Experience taking projects from conceptual budgeting through GMP or lump-sum pricing.
• Familiarity with the Houston construction market and local trade partners is a plus.
• Degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead the preconstruction and estimating team across multiple pursuits and active projects.
• Set expectations for estimate quality and delivery, coach staff, and develop talent.
• Lead or review budgets and bids for complex commercial building projects.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners on scope and cost drivers.
• Coordinate with operations and procurement on constructability and handoffs.

Job description

The Recruiting Hive in Houston, TX is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction and estimating department for a top commercial general contractor. This on-site role requires strategic oversight of budgets, GMP decisions, and client collaboration from concept through bid.

You will mentor estimators, set quality expectations, and coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners. A track record in complex commercial projects and a relevant degree is preferred.