Senior Preconstruction Manager, Dallas TX

Michael Page; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Long-term advancement opportunities

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Leader for a national commercial general contractor. The role focuses on ground-up and complex renovation projects, with responsibilities spanning estimating, budgeting, value engineering, and collaborative project strategy across multiple markets.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years in preconstruction/cost management, strong client-facing skills, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of preconstruction, estimating, or cost management experience with a commercial general contractor.
• Proven ability to deliver budgets and estimates on large-scale commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods and ability to analyze drawings and specs.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts for ground-up and complex renovation projects.
• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates.
• Develop project budgets and provide cost guidance throughout design.
• Evaluate drawings and specifications for completeness, constructability, and risk.
• Manage value engineering exercises and cost-saving initiatives.
• Develop bid packages and oversee subcontractor solicitation efforts.
• Analyze subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Collaborate with operations teams to develop project execution strategies.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analyses.
• Assist with business development pursuits, presentations, and interviews.
• Support project pursuits across multiple offices and geographic markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
• Identify market trends, material pricing risks, and procurement challenges.

Skills

10+ years preconstruction experience

Budgeting & cost management

Client-facing communication

Leadership & mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Cost databases

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized commercial general contractor with nearly 90 years of industry success and a reputation for delivering an exceptional construction experience. With offices across the country and expertise spanning mission critical, healthcare, multifamily, higher education, hospitality, industrial, office, mixed-use, and large-scale commercial projects, the company continues to experience significant growth while maintaining a strong culture built on relationships, innovation, and repeat business

• Influence landmark projects locally and across a national project portfolio.
• Industry-leading compensation, bonus potential, and clear advancement path.

Job Description

• Lead preconstruction efforts for ground-up and complex renovation projects.
• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates.
• Develop project budgets and provide cost guidance throughout design.
• Evaluate drawings and specifications for completeness, constructability, and risk.
• Manage value engineering exercises and cost-saving initiatives.
• Develop bid packages and oversee subcontractor solicitation efforts.
• Analyze subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Collaborate with operations teams to develop project execution strategies.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analyses.
• Assist with business development pursuits, presentations, and interviews.
• Support project pursuits across multiple offices and geographic markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
• Identify market trends, material pricing risks, and procurement challenges.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• 10+ years of preconstruction, estimating, or cost management experience with a commercial general contractor.
• Proven experience delivering budgets and estimates on large-scale commercial construction projects.
• Experience with healthcare, mission critical, multifamily, industrial, higher education, office, hospitality, or mixed-use projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods.
• Experience preparing conceptual estimates through GMP development.
• Proficiency with industry estimating software and cost databases.
• Ability to analyze drawings, specifications, and project risks.
• Strong client-facing communication and presentation skills.
• Experience supporting multiple project teams and geographic regions simultaneously.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.

What's On Offer

• Base Salary: $120,000 - $170,000
• Minimum $20,000 bonus opportunity with significant upside
• Vehicle or truck allowance
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Long-term advancement opportunities with a nationally recognized builder
• Opportunity to impact high-profile projects across multiple markets
• Strong project pipeline and financial stability

Quote job ref: JN-102026-7124176