Preconstruction Manager

Stansell Electric Company•Nashville, TN

12h

About The Position

The Pre-construction Manager acts as a liaison between the estimating, project management, and field teams, with a strong emphasis on field experience. This role involves developing preliminary construction approach, schedules, and bills of materials from estimates while ensuring a smooth transition from the pre-construction phase to project execution. The Pre-construction Manager operates across three primary focus areas: Prebid Review, Post Bid/Pre-Transition Prep, and Feedback Loop Processing .

Requirements

10+ years of field experience in the contracting industry (electrical &/or civil) OR bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, with 5+ years of experience.
Strength in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical documents.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to forge relationships across many roles.
Familiar with estimating and project management roles/processes.
Demonstrated understanding of project cost tracking and production rates.

Responsibilities

Assist the estimator in conducting site visits to assess existing conditions and constraints.
Review project plans and specifications to identify key project requirements.
Evaluate site conditions and make best-guess assumptions about soil conditions, traffic control needs, and other relevant factors.
Assess risks and safety concerns, provide mitigation strategies
Provide input on the types of crews and equipment required, as well as the classifications of workers needed.
Collaborate with the estimator to help determine approximate durations or production rates based on project specifics.
Once an opportunity is likely to be awarded, collaborate with the estimator to package relevant information for a smooth handoff to the construction team.
Attend preconstruction meetings with customers, owners, and other stakeholders to address project requirements and expectations.
Assist with the initial layout of the project site, ensuring it aligns with the planned approach.
Participate in transition meetings with the project management team to facilitate a clear understanding of the project scope.
Collaborate with the field leader to thoroughly understand project details, plans, and expectations.
Evaluate actual performance data in collaboration with field leaders and estimators to assess discrepancies in estimated versus actual production rates.
Identify key factors contributing to project outcomes and provide recommendations for improvement.
Assist in refining the method used to track costs and production rates through phase codes to enhance clarity and accuracy.