What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preconstruction Manager position at Confidential Careers?
Pre-Construction Manager
About the Role
We’re seeking a seasoned Pre-Construction Manager to lead commercial interior projects from early client engagement through to contract award. You’ll shape project scope, guide design development, prepare detailed cost plans, lead tendering, and ensure a seamless handover into delivery. This is a high-impact role suited to someone who enjoys autonomy, client interaction, and steering projects from the ground up.
What You’ll Do
- Own the full estimating and pre-construction process, from defining scope to delivering final proposals.
- Analyse drawings and specifications to determine accurate materials, labour, and timelines.
- Collaborate with project leaders to align schedules, resources, and milestones during early planning.
- Identify constructability considerations and value-engineering opportunities.
- Protect commercial targets by managing budgets, cash flow, profit expectations, and risk.
- Run competitive subcontractor bid processes with clear scope alignment.
- Maintain progressive cost plans and keep stakeholders fully informed.
- Present proposals and budgets to clients clearly and confidently.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Share lessons learned and support continuous improvement across the team.
What Success Looks Like
- Accurate, timely cost plans and risk assessments.
- Strong negotiation outcomes with contractors and suppliers.
- Smooth, well-communicated project handovers.
- Effective management of multiple projects and deadlines.
What You Bring
- Degree or equivalent experience in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or similar.
- Significant experience in commercial construction estimating, ideally interiors.
- Strong trade knowledge, market awareness, and ability to coordinate multiple subcontractor packages.
- Understanding of pre-construction workflows, methodology, and delivery principles.
- Proficiency with project management tools and scheduling software.
- Strong commercial acumen, communication, and technical insight.
- Knowledge of building regulations, compliance, and health & safety standards.
What We Offer
You will receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a pension, paid holiday leave, and professional development opportunities. The role offers a supportive, flexible working environment, with the requirement for regular commuting to the New York City office to collaborate with the team on a regular basis.
If you are passionate about transforming workplaces and have the unique combination of technical estimation skill and client-facing business acumen, we encourage you to apply.