Preconstruction Manager

DPR Construction•Pasadena, CA

18d•$205,000 - $225,000

About The Position

The Preconstruction Manager leads and develops a team of preconstruction professionals, fostering strong performance and professional growth. The role works across functions and with stakeholders to deliver accurate estimating, value engineering, risk assessment, and informed decision-making. It oversees budgets, schedules, and bid packages and helps ensure deliverables meet quality standards, client expectations, and organizational goals. The position guides teams in resolving preconstruction challenges and promoting innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. It also builds client relationships and delivers transparent preconstruction services. The successful candidate has at least seven years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience; prior managerial experience is preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 7 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, project management, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience in a managerial capacity.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and develop a team of preconstruction professionals to achieve strong performance and encourage talent development.
Direct the preparation and validation of project estimates, budgets, and schedules for accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
Coordinate with design, engineering, and procurement teams to integrate constructability reviews and value engineering into preconstruction planning.
Partner with safety, project operations, scheduling, and field operations stakeholders so their insights inform logistics, phasing, and cost assumptions.
Oversee the development and issuance of bid packages in compliance with organizational standards and client expectations.
Guide the identification, assessment, and mitigation of complex or escalated project risks during preconstruction.
Lead client meetings and presentations to communicate preconstruction strategies, progress, and recommendations.
Support the negotiation of standard and complex contracts and agreements with subcontractors and suppliers, seeking favorable terms aligned with project goals.
Coordinate and strategize SPW and Family of Companies involvement by ensuring scope clarity, appropriate risk allocation, and competitive positioning.
Oversee bid solicitation, scope leveling, final pricing review, and trade partner risk and opportunity reviews in partnership with senior and lead estimators.