What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Preconstruction Manager-General Construction position at Kimmel & Associates?
About the Company
A well-established $500M general contracting firm specializing in complex and high-impact construction projects. With a proven track record in delivering exceptional projects, we focus primarily on healthcare, higher education, and senior living sectors. We are known for our collaborative approach and commitment to excellence, ensuring that every project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a highly skilled Senior Preconstruction Manager to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering world-class construction projects.
About the Position
The Senior Preconstruction Manager will play a key role in leading the preconstruction phase of large-scale projects, ensuring they are successfully planned and set up for success. This position involves close collaboration with the estimating team, project managers, and clients to provide conceptual estimates, define project scopes, and establish schedules. The Senior Preconstruction Manager will be responsible for conceptual estimating, working on projects primarily within the healthcare, higher education, and senior living sectors.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the preconstruction process for complex projects in the healthcare, higher education, and senior living sectors.
- Managing conceptual estimating efforts and providing early project cost estimates to align with client expectations and project goals.
- Collaborating with project teams, architects, engineers, and clients to ensure a seamless transition from preconstruction to construction.
- Reviewing plans and specifications to assess potential risks and identify cost-effective solutions.
- Coordinating with subcontractors and vendors to gather pricing information and evaluate bids.
- Managing and maintaining relationships with clients and project stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Providing strategic input to optimize project delivery and profitability.
Requirements
- 7 years of experience in preconstruction management, with a strong focus on conceptual estimating.
- Proven experience managing preconstruction efforts for large, complex projects in the healthcare, higher education, or senior living sectors.
- Strong knowledge of conceptual estimating, cost modeling, and project budgeting.
- Experience working with project teams to review project designs, scopes, and budgets to ensure optimal project delivery.
- Ability to develop accurate, high-level estimates based on initial design concepts and client requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with internal teams, clients, architects, and subcontractors.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (preferred).
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in preconstruction and estimating software tools.
Benefits
- Competitive salary: $125K - $150K base
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
Salary : $125,000 - $150,000