Preconstruction Manager

POSITION: Preconstruction Manager

Overview

We are seeking a driven and team-oriented Preconstruction Manager to lead and manage the

preconstruction phase of our commercial construction projects across healthcare, education

and municipality. The ideal candidate brings both estimating expertise and real-world

operations experience, working side-by-side with our Operations team to ensure a seamless

transition from concept through construction. We are looking for someone who takes

ownership, builds strong relationships, and thrives in a collaborative, high-performance

environment. A strong understanding of Construction Management-at-Risk (CMAR) and Design-

Build delivery methods is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of the preconstruction process, including budgeting, estimating,

preconstruction, scheduling, and client coordination, with full ownership of deliverables.

• Partner closely with Operations teams throughout preconstruction to align on scope, logistics,

constructability, staffing, construction scheduling and execution strategy.

• Develop and manage preconstruction schedules, milestone tracking, and client facing

deliverables.

• Support business development efforts including proposals, interviews, conceptual budgeting,

and relationship-building with clients and industry partners.

• Provide detailed cost estimates with quantity takeoffs, value engineering analyses, and GMP

proposals with a focus on accuracy and transparency.

• Lead presentations to the client including cost updates, scope alignment discussions, and value

engineering recommendations that build trust and confidence.

• Provide proactive constructability input during design to identify and reduce risk early, control

cost, and drive solutions to protect our clients and our company.

• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with our trade partners to foster

collaboration, competitive pricing, accountability, and shared success.

• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure comprehensive coverage and

strategic buyout planning.

• Ensure a smooth and well-communicated transition from preconstruction to the Operations

team, setting the project up for field success.

Qualifications:

• We are looking for highly motivated self-starters that have these attributes; Organized, self-

aware, competitive, sense of urgency, positive attitude with high integrity!

Jefferson NC | Charlotte NC | Winston-Salem NC | Asheville NC | Charleston SC | Greenville SC | Lynchburg VA

www.jrvannoy.com | Licensed/Qualified in Multiple States Across the Country

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• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction with strong estimating/ preconstruction and/

or operations leadership experience.

• Experience leading both trade facing pricing efforts and client-facing deliverables.

• Strong understanding of CMAR and Design-Build delivery models.

• Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze cost, risk, and strategy.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to build trust internally and

externally.

• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with clients, design partners, and trade

partners.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Strong Bonus Program

• Car allowance or company vehicle

• Comprehensive health benefits and paid vacation

• Employee-focused culture with strong career growth opportunities

Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Dependent on Experience

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance Options

• Dental and Vision Coverage

• Optional Life Insurance for Employee & Spouse

• 401K Plan with match

• Bonus Eligibility

• Vehicle Allowance, Fuel Cards, and Per Diem (when applicable)

• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

• 6 Holidays

How to Submit for this Position: Visit www.jrvannoy.com/careers/ to fill in an application and

upload your resume.