Preconstruction Manager

Actalent•Wilmington, DE

34d•$100,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead our preconstruction functions, including quantity takeoffs, cost estimating, value engineering, bid management, scheduling, and coordination with design consultants. This role is crucial in establishing accurate budgets, securing competitive pricing, and ensuring our construction teams are set up for success.

Requirements

10 years of experience within preconstruction or estimating.
Experience with multi-family and mixed-use developments.
Proficiency in construction documents.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
Experience with estimating software or Bluebeam is a plus.
Experience working with developers or owners' representatives is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Project management.
Construction management.
Estimating software.
Bidding and estimation.
Commercial construction.
Procore and Bluebeam proficiency.
Construction estimating.
Quantity takeoffs.
Bid management platforms.
Commercial estimation.
Change order management.
RFI management.

Responsibilities

Perform takeoffs from architectural, structural, and civil drawings.
Develop bid packages and issue RFPs to subcontractors and suppliers.
Review and analyze subcontractor and vendor bids, negotiate pricing, and prepare comparison reports.
Award contracts and assist with subcontractor and vendor negotiations.
Oversee and coordinate preconstruction meetings and design reviews.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure coordinated and buildable construction documents.
Monitor design changes for budget and schedule impact.
Support development of detailed CPM construction schedules.
Lead value engineering and cost optimization efforts.
Maintain and expand subcontractor and vendor relationships.