Preconstruction Manager

A well-established commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead preconstruction activities for complex commercial building projects throughout Western North Carolina.

This position will manage projects from early conceptual planning through estimating, budgeting, design development, GMP preparation, subcontractor procurement, value engineering, constructability review, scheduling, and final turnover to the Operations team.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial construction preconstruction and estimating, with experience supporting projects in sectors such as healthcare, education, municipal, institutional, or other large-scale commercial construction.

Experience with CMAR, Design-Build, GMP development, conceptual estimating, and client-facing preconstruction is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the complete preconstruction process from initial concept through construction handoff.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, design-development, and final construction estimates.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost models, quantity takeoffs, and GMP proposals.
• Review drawings, specifications, and other construction documents for scope, cost, risk, and constructability.
• Solicit, evaluate, level, and analyze subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Develop subcontractor bid packages and coordinate trade partner participation.
• Identify scope gaps, potential cost exposures, and project risks.
• Lead value engineering and cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining design intent and project quality.
• Provide constructability reviews during design development.
• Develop preliminary project schedules, milestone plans, logistics strategies, and procurement plans.
• Work closely with Project Executives, Project Managers, Superintendents, estimators, and other Operations personnel.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Present budgets, cost updates, value-engineering recommendations, and preconstruction strategies to clients and project teams.
• Support proposal development, project interviews, presentations, and other business-development activities.
• Assist with scope development and subcontractor procurement strategy.
• Track design changes and evaluate their impact on project costs and schedules.
• Ensure an organized and accurate transition of projects from Preconstruction to Operations.
• Manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a deadline-driven construction environment.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience involving preconstruction, estimating, project management, or related construction leadership.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction estimating and preconstruction processes.
• Experience developing project budgets from conceptual design through final construction documents.
• Experience managing subcontractor and trade partner pricing.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and construction documents.
• Knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, procurement, contracts, and project delivery.
• Experience evaluating project risk, constructability, scope, and cost.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work directly with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal Operations teams.
• Strong organizational, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline preferred.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Healthcare construction
• K-12 or higher-education construction
• Municipal or government projects
• Institutional construction
• Large-scale commercial construction
• Construction Management-at-Risk (CMAR)
• Design-Build
• Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development
• Conceptual estimating
• Value engineering
• Constructability reviews
• Preconstruction scheduling and logistics
• Subcontractor procurement and bid leveling

Compensation

Compensation will depend on experience, project background, technical capabilities, and qualifications.

The position also offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle, depending on position requirements
• Fuel and project-related travel reimbursement when applicable
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

Additional Information

• Full-time, permanent position
• On-site position in the Asheville, NC area
• Some project-related travel may be required.
• U.S. work authorization is required.
• Employer sponsorship is not available for this position.

Pay: $125,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 10% Match
• 401(k) 2% match
• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) 5% Match
• 401(k) 6% Match
• 401(k) 7% Match
• 401(k) 8% Match
• 401(k) 9% Match
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person