# Pre-Construction Manager

> AlphaHire · Lenexa, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-11

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced **Preconstruction Manager** to lead estimating, budgeting, planning, and coordination for commercial construction projects throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area.

This role will manage the preconstruction process from **initial pursuit through project handoff**, developing accurate budgets, coordinating with design and trade partners, identifying risks, and establishing effective construction strategies before work begins.

The ideal candidate has a strong commercial estimating and preconstruction background and is comfortable working directly with **owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams**.

Responsibilities

-   Lead preconstruction activities from project pursuit through turnover to operations.
-   Prepare conceptual estimates, detailed estimates, budgets, and pricing throughout design development.
-   Review architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and other construction documents for scope, cost, and constructability.
-   Perform value engineering and constructability reviews to improve project efficiency and budget performance.
-   Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers throughout design.
-   Develop bid packages, solicit subcontractor and supplier proposals, evaluate bids, and perform bid leveling.
-   Identify scope gaps, cost risks, procurement challenges, scheduling issues, and constructability concerns.
-   Assist with project scheduling, construction phasing, logistics, and procurement strategies.
-   Work closely with Project Managers and field leadership to ensure a smooth transition into construction.
-   Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, design professionals, subcontractors, and vendors.
-   Improve estimating procedures, preconstruction workflows, and departmental best practices.
-   Support business development through client meetings, presentations, and project pursuits.

## Requirements

-   **5+ years of preconstruction management or commercial estimating experience.**
-   **10+ years of commercial construction experience preferred.**
-   Strong experience with conceptual estimating, budgeting, cost management, and value engineering.
-   Experience with **Design-Build, CMAR, negotiated, hard bid, and select bid** delivery methods.
-   Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.
-   Experience developing bid packages and managing subcontractor and supplier pricing.
-   Knowledge of constructability, procurement, scheduling, logistics, and construction phasing.
-   Proficiency with estimating software, Microsoft Office, and construction management platforms.
-   Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
-   Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
-   Must be located in or able to reliably commute to **Lenexa or the greater Kansas City area**.

## Benefits

-   Competitive salary based on experience.
-   Health, dental, and vision insurance.
-   401(k) with company match.
-   Paid time off and company holidays.
-   Stable company with a strong commercial project backlog.
-   Opportunity to lead diverse projects across multiple market sectors.
-   Direct exposure to executive leadership and key project stakeholders.
-   Long-term career growth and leadership opportunities.
-   Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.

## Apply

[Apply at AlphaHire](https://apply.workable.com/alphax/j/755869626F/apply)

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