
Preconstruction Manager - Detroit, MI
Client
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Established Local GC
On Offer
- Lead role with a relationship-driven GC
- Exposure to commercial, industrial, manufacturing, warehouse and distribution, and mixed-use projects
- Opportunity to lead GC, CM, GMP, and Design-Build pursuits
- Strong emphasis on culture, collaboration, and long-term career growth
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, parental leave, and discretionary bonus
- Ongoing professional development and training
Responsibilities
- Lead and support preconstruction and estimating efforts across multiple market sectors
- Prepare and manage quantity take-offs using Bluebeam and OSC
- Lead GC, CM, GMP, and Design-Build bid pursuits and RFP responses
- Run subcontractor procurement, bid leveling, and buyout
- Write scopes of work, level bids, and negotiate subcontracts
- Develop bid packages, ITBs, bid lists, and logistics plans
- Manage value engineering exercises and project risk registers
- Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness
- Qualify subcontractor and consultant proposals
- Manage RFIs through buyout and support transition to operations
- Lead and participate in preconstruction meetings
- Mentor and supervise junior preconstruction staff
- Maintain preconstruction documentation and adhere to internal quality programs
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
- 4 to 5+ years of preconstruction experience with a commercial GC
- Experience leading Design-Build preconstruction and bid efforts
- Strong knowledge of building systems, materials, and trade practices
- Proficient with estimating and quantity take-off software
- Understanding of CSI divisions, Uniformat, and work breakdown structures
- Experience managing subcontractor relationships and buyouts
- Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines concurrently
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience
- Strong communication skills and relationship-driven mindset
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