Preconstruction Manager

Job Title: Preconstruction Manager

Position Summary

The Preconstruction Manager helps lead all preconstruction activities related to new business pursuits and proposal development. This role is responsible for guiding the preconstruction team through the pursuit phase, delivering accurate cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments that position the company competitively while remaining realistic and executable. A Preconstruction Manager partners closely with business development, marketing, estimating, project management, design partners, and senior leadership to develop compelling proposals that clearly demonstrate the company’s ability to deliver successful projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide oversight, coaching, and development support to assistant project managers, project managers, estimators, and interns, as needed.

Essential Functions

• Support preconstruction efforts for strategic pursuits, ensuring proposed solutions are competitive, feasible, and aligned with company standards.

• Collaborate with the pursuits team, business development, and project executives to align preconstruction strategies with client objectives, project goals, and market conditions.

• Develop and review preliminary project schedules and milestones, coordinating with project management to validate constructability and feasibility.

• Identify and assess potential risks early in the pursuit process and ensure they are accurately reflected in pricing, scheduling assumptions, and mitigation strategies.

• Contribute key content to proposal packages, including cost estimates, schedules, risk management approaches, delivery methods, and technical narratives.

• Participate in the development and delivery of technical proposals and client presentations, highlighting company expertise, value, and experience.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key project stakeholders throughout the pursuit phase.

• Oversee preparation of project handoff materials to ensure a smooth transition from preconstruction to project execution.

• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to keep pursuit strategies innovative and competitive.

• Support company revenue goals by contributing to a contracted backlog that meets or exceeds established targets.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, with 8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience directly or indirectly supervising staff with increasing levels of responsibility.

• Strong background in project scheduling.

• Proven estimating and buyout experience.

• Fundamental understanding of contract terms, with demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively with vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders

• Biotech/Pharmaceutical experience preferred but not required

• OSHA 30-hour Certification required

• GC experience preferred

• Salary range between 120-160K, depending on experience

Technical Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional listening, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to lead complex discussions and drive sound decision-making.

• Advanced ability to interpret and analyze complex data, construction plans, drawings, and specifications.

• Deep knowledge of construction means, methods, and estimating principles.

• High attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.

• Collaborative approach when working with superintendents, project managers, architects, engineers, and corporate services teams.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills preferred) and preconstruction tools such as On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Pantera, or similar software.

• Demonstrates emotional intelligence by anticipating team dynamics and adapting communication styles to build trust and collaboration.

• Models emotionally intelligent leadership and mentors others in navigating interpersonal challenges and maintaining team morale.

• Actively participates in the Immersive EQ program with a focus on improving identified development areas.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.

• Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.

• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

• Ability to walk active construction sites for extended periods, as required.

Travel

• Occasional travel to job sites for pre-bid meetings, approximately once per month.

Benefits

GBA Builders offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident, short- and long-term disability, hospital indemnity, legal coverage, 401(k), EAP, wellness programs, paid sick time, paid company holidays, a floating holiday, and flexible time off. Eligibility requirements apply. Benefits may be changed at any time.

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.