Senior Preconstruction Manager-Commercial Construction

Kimmel & Associates • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The company is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager to lead and manage multiple complex commercial construction projects while overseeing Preconstruction Managers and shared resources. The role delivers comprehensive preconstruction services from initial programming and conceptual design through final construction documents and turnover to operations. The Senior Preconstruction Manager serves as an advisor to clients and design teams, leads internal preconstruction staff, and partners with operations leadership. The position requires strong technical expertise, leadership, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.

The employer is a nationally recognized, privately held commercial general contractor that delivers complex construction projects across the United States and emphasizes strong culture, client-focused delivery, and operational excellence. Projects typically range from $10 million to $300 million or more.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of commercial construction experience, with a strong emphasis on preconstruction and estimating.
• Proven experience serving as the lead preconstruction manager on multiple projects.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing preconstruction teams.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong background in data center preconstruction is highly valued.
• Experience in advanced manufacturing, including clean rooms or pharmaceutical manufacturing, and/or healthcare is strongly preferred.
• Exposure to multiple project types and the ability to pivot between markets and sectors is desirable.
• Preconstruction estimating experience in data centers or manufacturing is a bonus.
• Preconstruction estimating experience with Mechanical or Electrical is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts across multiple projects and teams with minimal oversight.
• Deliver feasibility studies, conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, value engineering, and comparative analyses.
• Manage the full preconstruction lifecycle from early design through final bid.
• Prepare and analyze pricing proposals using market conditions, escalation, historical data, and subcontractor input.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, consultants, and operations teams.
• Support the transition from preconstruction to construction execution.
• Lead and mentor Preconstruction Managers, Assistant Managers, and Project Engineers.
• Participate in hiring, development, and performance management of preconstruction staff.
• Present to clients and support interviews and project pursuits.

Benefits

• Base salary range of $130,000–$180,000+, varying by location, experience, qualifications, and skills.
• Performance-based bonus program.
• Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-matched 401(k).
• Wellness reimbursement program.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Additional voluntary benefits and leave programs.
• Long-term career growth with a nationally respected contractor.

What This Job Offers

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