Pre-Construction Project Manager

SoftBank Robotics America , a rapidly growing SoftBank Group company headquartered in San Francisco, is accelerating our presence at the intersection of advanced technology, AI, automation, and robotics.

At the forefront of innovation, we are launching ground-breaking programs focused on deploying integrated software and hardware automation systems designed to transform workflows, safety, and commercial efficiencies at scale.

As the global leader in workforce automation, we are seeking a Pre-Construction Project Manager to join a fast-growing team shaping the future through robotics and large-scale automated construction deployments. This role will play a critical part in enabling informed executive decision-making by driving cost modeling, process analytics, and pre-construction planning rigor across complex, technical build environments.

With automation, any pre-construction planning becomes the key success factor.??

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Job Summary

Reporting to senior leadership, the Pre-Construction Project Manager will own process and cost analysis, operations planning and orchestration for complex technical construction and deployment projects. This role operates at the intersection of engineering, finance, operations, and executive leadership , translating ambiguity into structured plans that support rapid, high-impact decisions.

The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in an unstructured, fast-changing environment , thrives under tight timelines, and brings a strong civil engineering foundation paired with analytical and project leadership capabilities. This role requires flexibility, strong judgment, and the ability to operate across time zones, including Japan Standard Time (JST) , to support global stakeholders.