Senior Preconstruction Manager

Rudick Construction Group Inc•Lafayette, LA

16h

About The Position

The Senior Preconstruction Manager leads all aspects of the preconstruction process, providing strategic oversight from project pursuit through construction start. This role is responsible for driving accurate estimating, risk management, client alignment, and team leadership to ensure successful project outcomes aligned with company goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
8–12+ years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or construction management
Proven experience leading large-scale commercial construction projects through preconstruction phases
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and pricing strategies
Experience in design-build and negotiated project delivery methods
Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, OST, Sage, or similar tools)
Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing presentation skills
Strategic Thinking & Decision Making
Financial & Cost Acumen
Risk Management
Leadership & Team Development
Client Relationship Management
Collaboration & Cross-Functional Alignment

Responsibilities

Lead the development of comprehensive conceptual and detailed cost estimates, including quantity takeoffs, pricing strategies, and cost modeling across all project phases
Provide strategic oversight of budgeting, bid leveling, value engineering, and cost control initiatives to align with client and company objectives
Manage and direct the preconstruction process from initial pursuit through GMP/contract execution, ensuring seamless transition to operations
Develop and maintain preconstruction schedules, logistics plans, and risk assessments, proactively identifying and mitigating project risks
Serve as the primary liaison in design-build and design-assist environments, collaborating closely with architects, engineers, and consultants
Prepare and deliver client-facing presentations, including estimates, cost options, and value engineering recommendations
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, design partners, and internal stakeholders to support repeat business and project success
Lead subcontractor outreach, bid packaging, and procurement strategy, ensuring competitive and complete coverage
Partner with Project Management and Field Operations teams to ensure alignment on scope, budget, schedule, and constructability prior to project kickoff
Utilize and optimize estimating and preconstruction software platforms to drive efficiency, accuracy, and reporting consistency
Provide leadership, mentorship, and development to Preconstruction Managers, Estimators, and Coordinators
Support business development efforts by contributing to proposal strategy, interviews, and client relationship management
Continuously evaluate market conditions, labor trends, and material pricing to inform competitive and forward-looking estimates