Preconstruction Manager

This opportunity offers the chance to lead the front end of complex commercial projects, shaping strategy, budgets, and client decisions long before ground is broken. You'll join a growing Colorado contractor where your expertise will be highly visible, your input will directly influence project success, and your career can grow alongside the business.

Client Details

A growing Colorado commercial general contractor known for its hands-on leadership, entrepreneurial culture, and commitment to doing right by its clients. Team members have direct access to decision-makers, meaningful influence on project outcomes, and the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects throughout the Front Range.

For construction professionals looking to make an impact without getting lost in a large corporate structure, our client offers the chance to help shape projects, build strong client relationships, and grow alongside a respected Colorado builder

Description

• Review project information to define scope, assumptions, and preconstruction needs.
• Prepare cost estimates that support informed project planning and budgeting decisions.
• Develop preliminary schedules to identify key milestones before construction begins.
• Coordinate with internal construction teams to gather accurate project details.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify cost and schedule impacts.
• Compare subcontractor and supplier pricing to support complete project estimates.
• Present estimate details, assumptions, and potential cost considerations to project stakeholders.
• Maintain organized preconstruction records for use throughout project planning.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
• Experience with ground-up commercial projects ($10M-$150M+)
• Ability to prepare conceptual, schematic, DD, and GMP estimates
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and sequencing
• Experience leading subcontractor bidding and buyout processes
• Review and interpretation of plans, specifications, and project documents
• Ability to perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis
• Proficiency with estimating software (Sage, OST, Bluebeam, Procore, BuildingConnected, etc.)
• Experience supporting business development and pursuit efforts
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred

Job Offer

• Permanent Preconstruction Manager position in Denver.
• Salary range of $110,000 to $150,000.
• Benefits provided per offer letter.

Interested? Apply today.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.