Senior Preconstruction Manager, NYC Public Projects

Slsco; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A leading construction management firm based in New York City is seeking a Preconstruction Manager. This role will focus on public-sector projects with budgets between $10M to $500M, requiring estimating expertise and co-ordination with design teams. Responsibilities include leading the estimating process, preparing bid packages, and ensuring compliance with NYC regulations. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of experience and a strong knowledge of construction practices. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of preconstruction or estimating experience in NYC public projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction across civic, housing, and infrastructure projects.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating and preconstruction process for public sector projects.
• Review design documents and prepare detailed bid packages.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Analyze scope gaps and risks to ensure accurate proposals.
• Prepare budgets, estimates, and recommendations for project leadership.
• Ensure compliance with NYC requirements, including MWBE participation.

Skills

Preconstruction experience

Estimating expertise

Construction means and methods knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in On Screen Takeoff

Proficiency in Procore

Proficiency in Primavera P6

Familiarity with MWBE programs

Tools

On Screen Takeoff

Procore

Primavera P6

CMiC

Bluebeam

Job description

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Preconstruction Manager

SLS Northeast Full Time Operations New York, NY, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2343

Salary Range: $150,000.00 To $175,000.00 Annually

We are seeking a Preconstruction Manager to join our growing New York City–based construction management team. Focused on public-sector projects ranging from $10M to $500M, this role plays a vital part in shaping winning strategies during the bid and pre-award phases. Reporting directly to the Director of Program Management, the Preconstruction Manager brings hands-on estimating expertise, coordinates closely with design teams and subcontractors, and ensures compliance with MWBE and local hiring requirements. This is a high-impact position where you’ll directly influence project success and contribute to building transformative civic and community projects across NYC.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating and preconstruction process for assigned public-sector projects, developing subcontractor award strategies and plans
• Review design documents, develop cost estimates, and prepare detailed bid packages
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors during design-assist and pre-award phases to identify value engineering opportunities
• Analyze scope gaps, risks, and constructability to ensure accurate proposals
• Prepare and present budgets, estimates, and recommendations to the Chief Estimator and project leadership
• Ensure preconstruction activities meet NYC compliance requirements, including MWBE participation and local hiring mandates
• Maintain and update cost databases and historical project information for benchmarking
• Support procurement by evaluating subcontractor bids, qualifications, and compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• 5–8 years of preconstruction or estimating experience, preferably in NYC public-sector projects
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods across civic, housing, and infrastructure projects
• Proficiency with industry-standard software such as On Screen Takeoff, Procore, Primavera P6, CMiC, and Bluebeam
• Familiarity with NYC-specific compliance, including MWBE programs and local labor requirements
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Why Join Us?

• Work on transformative NYC public projects that impact communities
• Collaborate with top industry professionals in a supportive, team-driven environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities to grow your expertise in estimating, compliance, and project strategy

SLSCO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for this job opportunity without regard to the race, color, religion, military service, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation of the applicant.