Title: Pre-Construction Manager

Location: Whitestown, IN

Job Summary:

As a Pre-Construction Manager, you will lead the planning and development of prestressed precast concrete bid proposals, overseeing the full preconstruction process from initial bid evaluation through final submission. You will collaborate with sales teams, clients, architects, engineers, and estimators to ensure accurate cost estimates, project feasibility, and successful bid outcomes.

This role requires a strategic thinker with strong expertise in construction planning, estimating, and precast systems, capable of managing multiple projects while driving efficiency and mitigating risk.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Evaluate and vet bid opportunities, assessing capabilities of precast products, manufacturing processes, and subcontractors
• Conduct project feasibility analysis and ensure compliance with building codes, safety standards, and regulations
• Review and interpret architectural drawings, engineering plans, specifications, and project schedules
• Collaborate with clients, sales teams, architects, engineers, and estimators to clarify project scope and requirements
• Lead development of cost estimates, budgets, and construction timelines
• Manage multiple preconstruction projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and workflow efficiency
• Identify and mitigate project risks through proactive planning and value engineering strategies
• Participate in site visits, pre-bid meetings, and client presentations
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to obtain pricing and scope alignment
• Prepare and deliver detailed bid proposals, reports, and preconstruction documentation
• Mentor junior team members and support a collaborative, high-performance team environment
• Support business development and sales efforts as needed

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in preconstruction, construction estimating, or project planning (experience may substitute for education)
• Proven expertise in precast concrete or prestressed systems (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of construction estimating software and project management tools
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with value engineering, risk assessment, and cost control strategies
• PMP certification or similar project management credentials (preferred)

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise levels in the work environment are high and hearing protection may be required.

• Primarily office-based with occasional travel to construction sites and client meetings
• Potential exposure to outdoor conditions, construction site hazards, and loud equipment during site visits
• Typical work hours/shifts: Standard office hours.

Physical & Mental Demands:

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required to sit; walk and talk or hear.

• Frequent communication via hearing, speech, and vision
• Regular use of computers and project management tools
• Occasional travel and site visits required
• May occasionally lift and carry items up to 25 lbs.
• Requires consistent focus, analysis, and decision-making throughout the day

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to foster an inclusive and diverse workplace culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity and believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve success. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring a fair and equitable recruitment and employment process for everyone.

Pay: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require work visa sponsorship?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• preconstruction, construction estimating, project planning: 10 years (Preferred)
• precast concrete or prestressed systems : 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• PMP certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Whitestown, IN 46075 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person