What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preconstruction Manager position at George Allen Construction Company?
About Us:
George Allen Construction is a premier construction firm specializing in both commercial construction and railroad construction projects. With over 45 years of business, our company has built a great reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable solutions to our clients. We are growing quickly and continue to expand our network of trusted trade partners to deliver best-value projects for repeat clients.
Responsibilities:
- Lead post-award subcontract buyout: scope leveling, issuing LOIs/subcontracts, tracking alternates, and delivering complete award packages to PM/Ops.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, schedule commitments, and risk transfer items (insurance, bonding, safety, QA/QC).
- Build and manage bid lists; run trade partner outreach, bid invites, pre-bids, RFIs, and proposal collection.
- Support RFP scheduling in MS Project with milestone schedules and clear sequencing logic.
- Maintain buyout logs, procurement metrics, and improve templates/tools (Procore, Bluebeam, BuildingConnected/PlanHub, ERP).
Qualifications:
- 3–7 years with a GC or trade partner in procurement/estimating/buyout.
- Strong subcontract buyout and commercial negotiation experience across multiple trades.
- Proficient in MS Project and interpreting plans/specs/addenda.
- Working knowledge of subcontract risk/compliance requirements.
- Clear communicator, organized, and effective in fast-paced, multi-project environments.
- Degree in CM/Engineering/Supply Chain preferred (or equivalent experience).
Why Join Us:
- Competitive pay plus performance bonuses.
- Full benefits: health/dental/vision, 401(k) match, PTO, holidays.
- Stable company with major growth potential and 90% repeat clients.
- Learn alongside an experienced team with 1,000 years of combined expertise.
George Allen Construction Company is a diverse, equal-opportunity employer. We are looking for motivated, proactive professionals who value integrity, trust, and knowledge. Applicants must be organized, able to prioritize, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. If this position interests you, please email your resume and salary expectations.