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Preconstruction Manager - TOP ENR GC - Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina Permanent USD125,000 - USD160,000 per year View Job Description
TOP ENR general contractor is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to lead projects from early pursuit through hand off in a growing Charleston market. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse commercial projects while driving value through strategic estimating, client engagement, and team collaboration.
  • Competitive compensation up to $160K with strong growth potential
  • Manage high-profile interior upfit projects in Charleston

About Our Client

Well-established general contractor with 50+ years of success across the Carolinas and a reputation for delivering high-quality projects. Known for its strong culture and employee retention, the company continues to grow strategically while maintaining a collaborative, people-first environment.

Job Description

  • Lead preconstruction efforts from initial pursuit through project turnover
  • Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates, budgets, and GMPs
  • Provide value engineering solutions to optimize cost and design
  • Conduct constructability reviews and collaborate with design teams
  • Manage subcontractor bidding, scope alignment, and procurement planning
  • Serve as a key point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
  • Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies early in the process
  • Support scheduling, logistics planning, and transition to operations teams



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.

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

A successful Preconstruction Manager should have:

  • 8+ years of experience in estimating or preconstruction
  • Background in commercial construction (municipal, education, healthcare, interiors, or industrial)
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to manage client relationships
  • Familiarity with industry tools such as Procore, Autodesk, Revit, or OnScreen Takeoff (preferred)

What's on Offer

  • Base salary up to $160K
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • 401K with employer match
  • Excellent health benefits
  • 3 weeks PTO + Company holidays
  • Outstanding company culture that values work/life balance and supports your professional growth



Apply now for promptly consideration from Caroline McJunkin (not by AI). You can also reach out to me directly at 617-428-3683

Contact
Caroline Mcjunkin
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7064232

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Charleston
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Caroline Mcjunkin
Job Reference
JN-072026-7064232
 

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