• Job Description

  Req#: JP-005856458

  Job Title: Preconstruction Manager

  Job Description

  The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for managing a team to ensure estimators have a complete and accurate estimate and is able to

  answer constructability questions for the estimating team as they are bidding

  projects. This work is supporting construction projects or services in sectors such as commercial, industrial, and mission critical sectors. This role involves analyzing project plans, specifications, and other documents to estimate project costs, including materials, labor, and equipment.

  Responsibilities

  • Review and interpret project documents (drawings, specifications, proposals) to identify project needs.
  • Bid on 2 to 4 jobs per week with a goal of 40% bid acceptance.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and estimators.
  • Maintain open and frequent communication with project managers, estimators, foremen, general foremen, superintendents, subcontractors, accounting team, vendors, owners, and clients.
  • Prepare detailed cost estimates by analyzing plans and specifications, identifying labor, material, and time requirements.
  • Obtain bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials, identifying qualified subcontractors, and negotiating prices.
  • Evaluate offers to purchase by considering changes, additions, and site requirements.
  • Present prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive data.
  • Maintain cost database by entering and backing up data.
  • Conduct gap analysis when projects close, compare actual costs to anticipated costs, profits, and timelines, and make recommendations for future bids.
  • Communicate lessons learned to all appropriate parties to prevent mistakes and repetitive problems.
  • Seek ways to improve scheduling, quality, efficiency, communication, and procedures.
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Cross-train in all facets of the Commercial and Industrial Division, preparing to fill in for anyone absent and to grow in responsibility and scope over time.

  Essential Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
  • Minimum years of construction or electrical contracting experience required.
  • Proven experience as an estimator in commercial and industrial projects.
  • Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and market trends.
  • Proficiency in estimating software such as Accubid (MUST HAVE), AutoCAD, and Revit.
  • Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills.

  Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Electrical Estimating
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical Systems
  • Accubid proficiency
  • Experience with electrical circuits and blueprints

  Work Environment

  Fully Remote (candidates in CST zone will be given priority)

  Job Type & Location

  This is a Permanent position based out of Edwardsville, IL.

  Pay and Benefits

  The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

  Company-paid health insurance (medical, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance are provided) 100% 401k match (up to 5% of salary) Paid holidays Paid personal/sick leave Paid vacation Paid parental leave Educational assistance Various discount programs

  Workplace Type

  This is a fully remote position.

  Application Deadline

  This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2026.

  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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

  The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

  If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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