What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preconstruction Manager position at Sullivan Environmental Services Inc?
We are seeking a Preconstruction Manager to join our growing New York City–based construction management team. Focused on public-sector projects ranging from $10M to $500M, this role plays a vital part in shaping winning strategies during the bid and pre-award phases. Reporting directly to the Director of Program Management, the Preconstruction Manager brings hands-on estimating expertise, coordinates closely with design teams and subcontractors, and ensures compliance with MWBE and local hiring requirements. This is a high-impact position where you’ll directly influence project success and contribute to building transformative civic and community projects across NYC.
Responsibilities
- Lead the estimating and preconstruction process for assigned public-sector projects, developing subcontractor award strategies and plans
- Review design documents, develop cost estimates, and prepare detailed bid packages
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors during design-assist and pre-award phases to identify value engineering opportunities
- Analyze scope gaps, risks, and constructability to ensure accurate proposals
- Prepare and present budgets, estimates, and recommendations to the Chief Estimator and project leadership
- Ensure preconstruction activities meet NYC compliance requirements, including MWBE participation and local hiring mandates
- Maintain and update cost databases and historical project information for benchmarking
- Support procurement by evaluating subcontractor bids, qualifications, and compliance
Preferred Qualifications
- 5–8 years of preconstruction or estimating experience, preferably in NYC public-sector projects
- Strong knowledge of construction means and methods across civic, housing, and infrastructure projects
- Proficiency with industry-standard software such as On Screen Takeoff, Procore, Primavera P6, CMiC, and Bluebeam
- Familiarity with NYC-specific compliance, including MWBE programs and local labor requirements
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Why Join Us?
- Work on transformative NYC public projects that impact communities
- Collaborate with top industry professionals in a supportive, team-driven environment
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities to grow your expertise in estimating, compliance, and project strategy
SLSCO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for this job opportunity without regard to the race, color, religion, military service, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation of the applicant.
NYCHA residents encouraged to apply
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000