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Pre-Construction Manager, Institutional - Education Sector | General Contractor | Hayward, CA -MyGreat Recruitment Inc. • Hayward, CA, United States
Pre-Construction Manager, Institutional - Education Sector | General Contractor | Hayward, CA -

Pre-Construction Manager, Institutional - Education Sector | General Contractor | Hayward, CA -

MyGreat Recruitment Inc. • Hayward, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Pre-construction Manager

The Pre-construction Manager will oversee planning, estimating, and budgeting phases of construction projects from concept through GMP or final bid submission. The successful candidate will be based on-site at the Hayward, CA office and will join a market-leading general contractor specializing in Educational construction projects (K-12 & K-14). This role plays a critical part in setting projects up for financial and operational success through accurate cost forecasting, value engineering, and strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Must Haves

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 7+ years of progressive estimating and/or preconstruction experience in educational or commercial construction, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
  • Experience with various delivery methods including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, and CM at Risk
  • Strong knowledge of CSI divisions, building systems, and current market pricing
  • Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., OnScreen Takeoffs, Procore) and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proven ability to prepare detailed conceptual and hard bid estimates using historical data, market trends, and subcontractor input
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
  • Collaborative leadership style with the ability to mentor, guide, and influence cross-functional teams

Nice to Haves

  • Direct experience in Educational construction projects (K-12 & K-14)
  • Strong subcontractor network within Northern California
  • Familiarity with advanced project management tools and digital takeoff technologies
  • Experience driving departmental process improvements and resource planning
  • Knowledge of local jurisdictional requirements and California building codes

Responsibilities

  • Manage the full preconstruction process for assigned projects, from concept through contract award
  • Develop and present guaranteed maximum price (GMP) proposals, cost models, and budgets
  • Lead bid solicitations, subcontractor outreach, and scope leveling
  • Partner with clients, architects, engineers, and consultants to evaluate design documents and provide cost-saving solutions
  • Lead preconstruction meetings, ensuring alignment on budget, scope, and schedule
  • Identify opportunities for value engineering without compromising design intent or quality
  • Conduct constructability reviews to identify risks and recommend cost-effective alternatives
  • Provide comprehensive handoff to project teams with schedules, procurement plans, and budget baselines
  • Evaluate potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies
  • Ensure estimates comply with company policies, safety standards, and all applicable codes/regulations
  • Maintain accurate and organized estimate documentation for reference and auditing
  • Mentor and support estimating staff and junior team members, contributing to their professional development
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