Strategic Preconstruction Manager: Lead Estimating & GMP

Jobot; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Southeast Michigan is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and early pricing through GMP, aligning with operations and business development for accurate projections and smooth handoffs.

You will partner with ownership and trade partners on conceptual to detailed estimates, manage subcontractor outreach, and contribute to value engineering. This role emphasizes collaboration and disciplined preconstruction.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in preconstruction and/or estimating.
• Background with a general contractor or construction manager.
• Experience across commercial, industrial, healthcare, or institutional projects.
• Strong understanding of conceptual estimating and GMP development.
• Ability to lead, communicate, and build trust with internal teams and trade partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle preconstruction and estimating efforts
• Develop conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates
• Manage subcontractor outreach, scope review, and leveling
• Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews
• Collaborate with operations during project transition
• Support client presentations and preconstruction meetings

Skills

Preconstruction experience

GC experience

Industry exposure

Conceptual estimating

Leadership & communication

Job description

Jobot in Southeast Michigan is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and early pricing through GMP, aligning with operations and business development for accurate projections and smooth handoffs.

You will partner with ownership and trade partners on conceptual to detailed estimates, manage subcontractor outreach, and contribute to value engineering. This role emphasizes collaboration and disciplined preconstruction.