Assistant Preconstruction Manager

The Beck Group • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Beck Group is seeking an Assistant Preconstruction Manager to join a project team. This individual supports the preconstruction team leader and leads projects or scopes of work valued at $5 million to $15 million with oversight. The role involves estimating, model-based quantity takeoffs, project documentation, bid-day execution, subcontractor and vendor prequalification, scheduling awareness, risk identification, client presentations, and delivery of professional preconstruction materials. The Assistant Preconstruction Manager also supervises and mentors Preconstruction Engineers and Interns and contributes to process improvement and technology use in an integrated project delivery environment.

The successful candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of building construction, strong time-management skills, and the confidence to lead while remaining open to mentorship. The position requires collaboration with design team members and an interest in improving preconstruction processes and technology. The role includes frequent computer and office-equipment use, regular movement around job sites—including uneven surfaces and stairs—and work in outdoor weather conditions. Equipment weighing up to 50 pounds may need to be moved on site, and much of the day is spent standing.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of relevant construction and/or preconstruction experience.
• College graduate with a relevant degree.
• Experience using 3D models for preconstruction.
• Demonstrable proficiency with MS Office, on-screen quantity takeoff applications, model-based quantity takeoff technologies, bidding software such as Procore, and next-generation estimating platforms.
• Must use DESTINI Estimator as the primary estimating application, supplemented by tools such as Revit, BIM360, Assemble, and Power BI.
• Must be a collaborative team player.
• Ability to adhere to consistent and timely attendance.
• Ability to communicate with subcontractors, vendors, and other project team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate model quantity surveys and initial pricing.
• Independently estimate interior, envelope, site, and structure scopes with minimal direction and understand applicable specification sections.
• Organize and develop estimates using a variety of classification structures.
• Maintain project estimates, drawings, models, and other documents in a consistent, organized structure.
• Accurately and reliably perform the bid-day process.
• Understand basic scheduling and lead times.
• Assist with subcontractor and vendor prequalification and management of the subcontractor database.
• Administer BIM tools regularly in daily practice.
• Use model-based estimating software for quantity takeoffs, variance studies, and scope alignment.
• Supervise and mentor Preconstruction Engineers and Interns.
• Execute overhead, fee, insurance add-ons, billable wage rates, and benefits.
• Participate in client presentations.
• Organize and manage estimate content to support buy-out, project management, historical cost metrics, and analysis.
• Identify major project risks and develop plans to mitigate them.
• Interpret conceptual, schematic, or bridging documents and develop cost estimates.
• Understand the design process, whether third-party or integrated.
• Deliver high-quality preconstruction materials, including cost estimates, supporting details and documentation, and professional graphics.
• Complete daily work with excellence and flexibility in methods to support organizational goals.
• Collaborate with project and design team members in an integrated project delivery environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
• 401(k) match
• Free SmartDollar financial wellness program
• Dedicated financial coach
• Personal health and fitness program with activity tracking and rewards
• Paid family leave
• Discounts on medical premiums
• Free comprehensive health screenings
• Free health coach program for weight-loss and hypertension management
• Financial and behavioral support for family-forming journeys, including fertility, adoption, pregnancy, and parenthood
• Free life coach
• Pet insurance discount
• Community-supporting projects and events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level