The Preconstruction Manager leads a cross-functional team responsible for guiding projects from early pursuit through design, planning, and into construction. This role bridges business development, design coordination, scheduling, detailing, BIM/3D modeling, and manufacturing support, ensuring a seamless transition to the construction team. The Preconstruction Manager serves as the primary point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders throughout preconstruction and planning phases and supports commissioning and close-out activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate preconstruction efforts including design development, BIM coordination, scheduling, and cost planning.
- Collaborate with consultants, subcontractors, and clients to align design and budget.
- Maintain open communication with project leadership on design issues and changes.
- Partner with the Group Manager of Preconstruction to improve service offerings and processes.
- Present preconstruction services and strategies in client and internal meetings.
- Monitor progress and budgets using tools such as the Project Status Report (PSR), Task Item Analysis (TIA), and Preconstruction Cost Reports.
- Support value engineering and design solutions that meet cost and performance goals.
- Serve as the single point of contact for all preconstruction activities, ensuring smooth handoff to project management during construction.
- Guide construction planning to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and client expectations.
- Assist with commissioning and project turnover at closeout.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management
- Experience: Minimum 10 years in electrical contracting or MEP coordination
- Travel: Required