Strategic Preconstruction Lead – Bids & Subcontracts

Zekelman Industries; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Profit-sharing opportunities

401(k) with company match

Health, dental & vision insurance

Tuition assistance program

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee loyalty awards

Job summary

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager for its Z Modular division. This on-site role coordinates pre-construction activities to move projects efficiently from design through site mobilization, building strong relationships with subcontractors and internal teams.

Responsibilities include qualifying subcontractors, managing bids, coordinating with design and purchasing, and leading project management calls. Travel across the U.S. is required to support multiple sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Willingness to travel across the U.S.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop a catalog of qualified subcontractors in each trade.
• Pre-qualify subcontractors for pricing efficiency.
• Create and maintain a deep subcontractor list per trade scope.
• Manage the bid process through BuildingConnected and Procore.
• Conduct pre-construction meetings with trades and site teams.
• Update bid scopes and create new scopes for product lines and sites.
• Review and scope trade bids for variances and accuracy.
• Coordinate with design to finalize material lists and quantities.
• Prioritize subcontractor buyout with site teams.
• Collaborate with purchasing for long-term pricing.
• Maintain template subcontract and consultant agreements.
• Assist with purchase orders and proposals.
• Attend design, engineering, and AOC meetings.
• Lead project management calls with Z Modular personnel.
• Promote safe work practices per regs and policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

MS Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Building Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager for its Z Modular division. This on-site role coordinates pre-construction activities to move projects efficiently from design through site mobilization, building strong relationships with subcontractors and internal teams.

Responsibilities include qualifying subcontractors, managing bids, coordinating with design and purchasing, and leading project management calls. Travel across the U.S. is required to support multiple sites.