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Senior Project Manager - Multifamily Construction
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Lombard, IL
- $130,000 to $170,000 USD / year
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Actalent

Preconstruction Manager

Ardmore, PA, United States

$145,000 to $180,000 USD / year

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Pay: $145,000 to $180,000 USD / year
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

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Job Title: Preconstruction ManagerJob DescriptionThe Preconstruction Manager leads all preconstruction activities from initial project pursuit through turnover to operations. This role partners closely with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal project teams to develop accurate budgets, schedules, value engineering solutions, and risk assessments that position commercial construction projects for successful execution. The position is ideal for a professional with strong estimating, budgeting, and client-facing experience and a thorough understanding of project planning and delivery in the commercial construction sector.Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate preconstruction efforts for commercial construction projects from conceptual stage through contract award.
Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and guaranteed maximum price (GMP) estimates for a variety of commercial projects.
Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, owners, and consultants throughout the design process to align scope, budget, and schedule.
Manage project budgets and provide ongoing cost guidance as designs evolve to ensure alignment with client goals and financial targets.
Facilitate preconstruction meetings and present estimates, schedules, value engineering options, and recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and comprehensive cost analyses for all major building systems and trades.
Solicit, receive, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure completeness, competitiveness, and alignment with project scope.
Analyze market conditions, labor trends, and material costs to support competitive pricing and informed decision-making.
Develop, update, and maintain conceptual estimating databases and historical cost information to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options that maintain quality while optimizing project budgets.
Assist in developing preliminary project schedules and phasing plans that align with client requirements and operational constraints.
Evaluate project logistics, site constraints, procurement strategies, and long-lead materials to support efficient project execution.
Coordinate with operations teams to ensure alignment on project execution plans, means and methods, and resource requirements.
Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to support reliable cost and schedule outcomes.
Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents for constructability concerns and provide feedback to design and project teams.
Support contract negotiations and scope clarification efforts to ensure clear, complete, and coordinated agreements.
Document project assumptions, qualifications, and exclusions clearly and thoroughly for use in proposals and project handoff.
Participate in client meetings, project interviews, and proposal presentations to support business development and project pursuits.
Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners to support repeat and negotiated work.
Support pursuit strategies, including pricing strategies and proposal development, to help secure new work opportunities.
Collaborate with leadership on market intelligence, backlog analysis, and pipeline forecasting to inform strategic planning.
Lead project handoff meetings with operations teams to ensure a smooth transition from preconstruction to execution.
Ensure complete transfer of estimate data, subcontractor information, schedules, assumptions, value engineering options, and identified project risks to project teams.
Support project teams during startup and procurement phases by clarifying scope, pricing, and preconstruction decisions as needed.

Essential Skills

10+ years of experience in commercial construction, including significant involvement in preconstruction, estimating, or project management.
7+ years of experience specifically in commercial construction estimating, preconstruction, or project management roles.
Strong experience in commercial construction projects, including experience with sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, industrial, higher education, or corporate facilities.
Proficiency in construction estimating, including detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analysis for building systems and trades.
Hands-on experience with preconstruction processes, including budgeting, value engineering, risk assessment, and project planning.
Experience with negotiated work, design-build delivery, and GMP project delivery methods.
Strong understanding of construction means and methods and their impact on cost, schedule, and constructability.
Proficiency with estimating software and bid management platforms used for construction estimating and procurement.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including strong skills in Microsoft Excel for cost modeling and analysis.
Knowledge of scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project for developing and reviewing preliminary schedules.
Experience in construction management and project management within commercial construction environments.
Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
Experience with procurement processes, bidding, and subcontractor and supplier engagement.
Strong communication, presentation, and client-facing skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
Ability to analyze market conditions, labor trends, and material costs to support competitive and accurate pricing.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
Experience with multi-family and other commercial project types is beneficial.
Experience with construction supervision and coordination of field operations is a plus.
Familiarity with request for proposal (RFP) processes and proposal development for commercial construction projects.
Experience working on industrial, healthcare, life sciences, higher education, or corporate projects provides added value.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple pursuits and deadlines simultaneously.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including design, operations, and business development.
Comfort working with various construction and estimating technologies, including industry-standard software platforms.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Ardmore, PA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $145000.00 - $180000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.benefits listed on the website Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Ardmore, PA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Ardmore,PA.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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Good manufacturing practices
Design process
Decision making
Estimating
Logistics
Procurement
Presentation skills
Sales
Pricing strategies
Forecasting
Strategic planning
Project management
Budget management
Hazard assessment
Industrial software
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Scheduling
Primavera
Microsoft Project
Construction management
Communication skills
Organizational skills
Attention to detail

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