Preconstruction Manager - General Construction
Kimmel & Associates · Charleston, SC
About The Role
About the Company
The company is a well-established and growing construction firm with a strong reputation in the
multi-family residential
sector. Known for delivering high-quality, on-time projects, the company prides itself on fostering long-term relationships with clients and providing a supportive, team-oriented culture for its employees. With several large-scale developments in the pipeline, the firm is positioned for sustained growth and operational excellence.
As the company continues to expand, it seeks top-tier talent to support its vision—offering a compelling career path for those ready to take on more responsibility.
About the Position
The company is seeking an
experienced Preconstruction Manager
with a proven background in the
multi-family construction sector
. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in leading preconstruction efforts, including budgeting, estimating, design coordination, and client interfacing from project inception through hand-off to operations.
This role offers a
strategic career opportunity
: The current Vice President overseeing preconstruction is expected to retire within the next 2–3 years. The successful candidate will be considered for succession, making this a high-impact position with
long-term leadership potential
.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the preconstruction process for multiple multi-family projects
- Collaborate with developers, architects, engineers, and internal teams to drive efficient and cost-effective solutions
- Develop and manage preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates, and value engineering strategies
- Oversee design development, ensuring alignment with budget and schedule goals
- Support the business development team with project pursuits and presentations
- Mentor and develop junior estimating staff
Requirements
Minimum
- 7+ years
- of experience in preconstruction or estimating roles, with a focus on
- multi-family construction
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex preconstruction processes from concept to construction
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and building codes
- Proficiency with estimating software and tools (e.g., Bluebeam, ProEst, On-Screen Takeoff, etc.)
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred)
Benefits
- Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus structure
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Career growth path toward executive leadership
- Supportive, team-oriented culture with a focus on professional development
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