Pre-Construction / Project Manager (School Construction)

divh2Pre-Construction Manager / h2pThe Pre-Construction Manager is responsible for leading and managing all pre-construction activities for the Districts school bond construction program. This role oversees planning, budgeting, design coordination, cost estimating, scheduling, and constructability reviews to ensure projects are well-defined and financially feasible before transitioning into construction. The Pre-Construction Manager works closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and District stakeholders to deliver high-quality educational facilities that align with the programs goals, budget, and schedule. / ppstrongProgram Planning Development / strong / pulliOversee pre-construction activities for all bond-funded school construction and modernization projects. / liliCollaborate with District leadership, program managers, and school site representatives to define project scope, goals, and priorities. / liliEnsure alignment of project planning with educational specifications, bond program requirements, and regulatory compliance. / li / ulpstrongBudgeting Cost Management / strong / pulliDevelop and maintain project budgets during planning and design phases. / liliCoordinate cost estimates, value engineering, and life-cycle cost analysis to maximize bond dollars. / liliTrack budget changes and provide regular financial reports to leadership. / li / ulpstrongDesign Constructability / strong / pulliManage design consultants to ensure project documents are complete, accurate, and within budget. / liliConduct constructability reviews to identify risks, conflicts, and potential cost savings before bid. / liliEnsure design compliance with state, local, and District standards. / li / ulpstrongScheduling Procurement / strong / pulliPrepare and maintain project schedules during pre-construction. / liliSupport procurement of contractors, consultants, and vendors in accordance with public contracting laws. / liliParticipate in bid evaluations, contractor selection, and contract negotiations. / li / ulpstrongStakeholder Coordination Communication / strong / pulliServe as liaison between District leadership, consultants, contractors, and community stakeholders. / liliConduct presentations and provide status updates to the Board of Education, Bond Oversight Committees, and community groups. / li / ulpFacilitate collaboration between academic, facilities, and operations staff to ensure project alignment with educational needs. / ppstrongQualifications / strong / ppstrongEducation Experience / strong / pulliBachelors degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field required; Masters degree preferred. / liliMinimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in construction project management, with at least 3 years in pre-construction for K12, higher education, or public sector projects. / li / ulpstrongKnowledge, Skills Abilities / strong / pulliStrong knowledge of construction methods, school design standards, building codes, and regulatory approval processes. / liliExpertise in cost estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and constructability analysis. / liliSkilled in managing design teams, consultants, and contractors in a collaborative environment. / liliExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. / liliProficiency in project management and scheduling software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project, Procore). / liliExperience with bond-funded construction programs, DSA processes, and California public contracting laws strongly preferred. / li / ulpSalary dependent on education and experience. Salary range : $140K-$165K / ppstrongWhy Choose Element Consulting? / strong / ppElement Consulting is a construction management company dedicated to providing clients with responsible and innovative solutions to their project needs, from inception to completion. Based out of El Segundo, CA, the firm offers program, project, and construction management services. We invite you to join us in Bringing the Right Elements Together for Our Clients Success. / p / div