Sr. Preconstruction Manager-South Central Region

APOG; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

401(k) with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

A leading construction company in Houston is seeking a seasoned professional to lead preconstruction sales. You will manage bid processes, develop client relationships, and ensure bid execution to meet sales goals. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in project management and curtain wall systems. Strong communication, critical thinking, and flexibility are key for success in this role. The company offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, supporting employees' professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of related work experience in project management, engineering or sales.
• Curtain wall and/or glazing experience required.
• Ability to read structural and architectural drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preconstruction sales effort.
• Manage the bid procurement process across all functional departments.
• Drive business development activities within your market region.
• Coordinate with finance, estimating, engineering and operations to ensure clarity and alignment.

Skills

Project management

Critical thinking

Relationship building

Communication skills

Technical Skills

Technical proficiency

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power Point

Bluebeam

Revit Viewer

Sketch-Up

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Harmon, Inc.**Leading the project sales effort**You ensure Harmon meets its sales goals by delivering superior bid execution through partnership with the operating unit leaders and Preconstruction Services support team. You develop key client relationships, driving value by supporting their preconstruction activities through the sales lifecycle, including consulting on product selection, system design, project schedules, budgeting and executing client proposal requests.**POSITION DESCRIPTION****Your contributions to the team**Your top priority is to lead the preconstruction sales effort.**EXPERIENCE****What you need to be successful*** Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Sales and Marketing, Business or related degree from a college or a university* Minimum of 10 years of related work experience in project management, engineering or sales with a curtain wall subcontractor or manufacturer; or equivalent combination of education and experience* Curtain wall and/or glazing experience required**KEY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES** **Strengths that are important to Harmon*** **Collaborate:** Encourage collaboration with your peers and leaders* **Do the right thing:** Deliver excellence, treat each other with respect* **Value a balanced life:** Reward each other’s contributions and cultivate a welcoming environment* **Focus on results:** Maintain a strong desire to execute through customer focus and attention to detail* **Be flexible:** Adjust quickly and effectively to shifts in business and project needs* **Attain clarity and alignment:** Ensure you have clarity and alignment before moving forward**Strengths that are important for your position*** **Relationship building:** Develop strong relationships with clients, architects, consultants and internal and external supply chain partners and collaborate with these stakeholders* **Extreme ownership:** Set high standards and hold self accountable for delivering on commitments and driving results* **Critical thinking:** Analyze complex data, turn into useful information and draw conclusions/trends* **Mathematical Skills:** Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure; synthesize complex information* **Reasoning Ability:** Work well in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of accuracy and flexibility to handle multiple tasks* **Time Management:** Manage time effectively and meet deadlines* **Communication/Presentation skills:** Speak and present effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization* **Technical Skills:** Be competent in Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, Power Point, Bluebeam, Revit Viewer, Sketch-Up, Adobe InDesign; have the ability to read structural and architectural drawings and an understanding of specification documents.#LI-JD1**Our Benefits**We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.* Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)* Incentive Plans* 401(k) with employer contribution and match* Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match* Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)* Paid Holidays* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Wellness Program* Training and Career ProgressionApogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.* Manage the bid procurement process by ensuring clarity and alignment across all functional departments including finance, estimating, engineering, manufacturing, operations and management* Execute budgets, bid estimates and sales proposals* Track and update management on sales opportunities regularly* Drive business development activities within your market region* Leverage critical thinking, analytical abilities and business acumen in this hands-on role to deliver sales at acceptable levels of profitabilityAs one of the largest curtain wall contractors in the U.S., we provide exciting job opportunities across the country for people seeking work in a dynamic industry. At Harmon, we offer challenging work to help our employees achieve their personal and professional goals. Harmon is a division of Apogee Enterprises, Inc., a publicly held, international company. We provide competitive compensation, outstanding benefits and financial stability.Harmon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.