Pre-Construction Manager

J Benton Construction

5d

About The Position

The Pre-Construction Manager leads and manages all pre-construction activities from conceptual planning through project award and transition to construction. This role partners closely with executive leadership, project teams, clients, and design professionals to establish budgets, schedules, logistics plans, procurement strategies, and risk mitigation solutions.

The Pre-Construction Manager plays a critical role in shaping project success, protecting profitability, and delivering a best-in-class client experience during the pursuit and planning phases.

Requirements

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and relationship management skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation abilities
• High level of organizational and analytical capability
• Proven ability to manage complex, fast-paced pre-construction efforts
• Strategic thinking with strong financial and risk awareness
• Ability to influence multidisciplinary teams and external partners
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-stakes pursuit environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in pre-construction, estimating, project management, or field supervision
• Demonstrated experience leading budgets, estimates, and procurement strategies
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and building systems
• Proficiency with pre-construction, estimating, and project management platforms
• Advanced knowledge of construction documents, contracts, and building codes
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting schedule and financial objectives

Nice To Haves

• 10+ years of experience in pre-construction or construction leadership roles
• Experience leading complex commercial, institutional, hospitality, aviation, or public-sector projects
• Experience with CM-at-Risk, Design-Build, or Integrated Project Delivery
• Proficiency with Timberline, On-Screen Takeoff, Primavera P6, Procore, or similar platforms
• Experience supporting federal, territorial, or regulated projects
• BIM/VDC coordination experience during pre-construction phases
• Strong network of trade partners and market relationships

Responsibilities

• Lead all pre-construction efforts including estimating, budgeting, scheduling, logistics planning, and risk analysis
• Direct constructability, scope, and risk reviews to identify gaps, conflicts, and cost drivers
• Develop comprehensive project budgets, staffing plans, and execution strategies in collaboration with project leadership
• Manage subcontractor outreach, bid solicitation, evaluation, and buyout planning
• Lead value engineering and cost optimization initiatives while maintaining quality and performance standards
• Serve as the primary client representative during pre-construction and early project development phases
• Facilitate coordination meetings with owners, architects, engineers, and internal teams
• Support business development activities including proposals, presentations, and interviews
• Prepare and present project budgets, risk assessments, and recommendations to executive leadership
• Ensure accurate documentation and lead the transition from pre-construction to construction teams

Benefits

• Company paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (employee-only coverage)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (12)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short-Term Disability

What This Job Offers

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