What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preconstruction Manager position at SL Recruit?
About the Opportunity
A well-established, growing construction management firm in Baltimore, with a project portfolio spanning affordable housing, healthcare, education, senior living, and adaptive reuse, is looking for a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts across its project pipeline. This is a highly collaborative role for someone who wants to shape projects from the earliest budgeting stages through GMP and contract award, working closely with owners, architects, and the field team. This is a flexible, HYBRID role.
What You'll Do
- Lead preconstruction on assigned projects from conceptual budgeting through schematic design, design development, and construction documents
- Prepare and refine estimates at each design phase, and finalize GMP pricing
- Manage subcontractor bid solicitation- prepare bid packages, issue addenda, and ensure strong trade coverage on bid day
- Perform detailed bid analysis and scope reviews to identify and close gaps before award
- Lead value engineering efforts, presenting cost-saving alternatives to clients and design teams
- Track and maintain the owner's budget throughout design, flagging scope creep or cost impacts early
- Build and maintain relationships with architects, owners, and subcontractor/trade partners
- Support contract negotiations and participate in client meetings and presentations throughout preconstruction
- Ensure a clean handoff from preconstruction/estimating to the project management and field team
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
- 7 years of preconstruction/estimating experience with a general contractor or construction manager
- Experience managing pricing across multiple design phases, from conceptual through GMP
- Proficiency with estimating and scheduling software
- Strong communication and presentation skills — comfortable leading meetings with owners and design teams
- Experience in affordable housing, healthcare, education, senior living, or multifamily a plus
Interested in learning more?
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Salary : $120,000 - $160,000