Preconstruction Manager - Top 250 ENR General Contractor

Austin, Texas Permanent USD115,000 - USD150,000 per year View Job Description
A Top 250 ENR General Contractor where you can lead and grow the Precon teamOne of the nations premier Interior General Contrac
  • A Top 250 ENR General Contractor where you can lead and grow the Precon team
  • One of the nations premier Interior General Contractors

About Our Client

This is a senior‑level opportunity to join a nationally recognized, ENR‑ranked commercial construction GC with a long‑standing reputation for excellence, repeat clients, and award‑winning project delivery. As Senior Preconstruction Manager, you will sit at the center of the business in Austin, influencing pricing strategy, risk management, and project outcomes from the earliest stages. You will partner closely with executive leadership, clients, and design teams on complex, design‑led commercial projects. The role offers genuine autonomy, visibility, and a clear path into long‑term leadership within a people‑first, growth‑oriented organization.

Job Description

  • Lead the development of complex conceptual and detailed estimates for commercial construction projects
  • Drive pricing strategy, risk analysis, and value engineering to support profitable project delivery
  • Oversee detailed quantity take‑offs, subcontractor scopes, and bid administration processes
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and key trade partners
  • Manage subcontractor prequalification, bid evaluations, and market intelligence
  • Partner with internal proposal and marketing teams during pursuits and presentations
  • Mentor and guide junior estimators and preconstruction staff as part of a growing team



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Extensive experience in preconstruction or estimating within commercial construction
  • Proven success delivering estimates for interior, renovation, or capital improvement projects
  • Deep understanding of construction means and methods, market pricing, and trade partner dynamics
  • Advanced proficiency with estimating and take‑off software such as Bluebeam, On‑Screen Takeoff, etc.
  • A collaborative leadership style with a passion for developing high‑performing teams

What's on Offer

  • Highly competitive base salary - $110,000-150,000
  • Company Bonuses
  • Vehicle/Vehicle Allowance w/ Gas Card
  • 401K Match
  • Medical Benefits, etc.
  • Ability to be a Leader across a Top ENR organization
Contact
Mikayla Colby
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7019319

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Estimator
Industry
Property
Location
Austin
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mikayla Colby
Job Reference
JN-052026-7019319