Preconstruction Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Preconstruction Manager oversees the estimating department to ensure it operates efficiently and meets organizational goals. This role is responsible for guiding the estimating team, strengthening relationships with general contractors, and maintaining quality and accuracy throughout all bid-related processes. Candidate must have glass or glazing experience!!

Key Responsibilities

Mentor, train, and support new estimators in developing accurate and competitive estimates.

Serve as the primary resource for estimator questions and day-to-day estimating challenges.

Build new business connections by reaching out to general contractors and securing placement on their bid lists.

Meet with potential GC partners to establish relationships and generate future project opportunities.

Maintain and update all prequalification requirements with general contractors.

Review incoming bid invitations and ensure they are properly scheduled and accounted for.

Audit the estimating log regularly to confirm that all bids are being tracked and documented correctly.

Ensure estimators are consistently following up with general contractors on a weekly basis.

Complete and submit the weekly estimating scorecard to track department performance.

Monitor progress toward weekly, quarterly, and annual estimating targets and adjust as needed.

Maintain and update the bidders list to track bid volume compared to awarded work and identify trends.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in estimating or relevant experience.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent customer service abilities with a professional and approachable demeanor.

Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Proven ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

Strong leadership and team-building skills.

Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate appropriately.

Aptitude for quickly learning project scopes, product details, and estimating workflows.

Proficiency in Glazier Studio, Bluebeam, ESUB, Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Extended periods of computer-based work at a desk.

Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs when necessary.