Chief Preconstruction Manager

Chief Preconstruction Manager

📍 Dallas, TX
🕒 Full-Time
💰 $200,000 – $275,000 Base + Bonus + Full Benefits

Lead Preconstruction Strategy for a Top ENR General Contractor

TrendHR is partnering with a Top ENR General Contractor in Dallas to identify a Chief Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating strategy, oversee major pursuits, and drive preconstruction excellence.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for guiding teams, influencing project wins, and shaping the direction of preconstruction across a growing division.

What You’ll Own

• Lead multiple large-scale estimates and manage teams of estimators
• Develop conceptual and detailed estimates, including benchmarking
• Execute across delivery methods (Hard Bid, GMP, Design-Build, IPD)
• Partner with operations on schedules, staffing, and financial strategy
• Drive pursuit strategy and position projects to win
• Collaborate with clients to define scope, budget, and expectations
• Lead budget reviews with clients, designers, and trade partners
• Allocate resources and forecast departmental capacity
• Mentor, develop, and lead estimating teams
• Present estimates and strategy in client interviews
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, architects, and subcontractors
• Identify trends and implement innovative preconstruction strategies

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field
• 15+ years of construction experience
• 5–10+ years leading large, complex estimates and teams
• Proven success at the Senior Estimator / Preconstruction leadership level
• Deep understanding of all phases of preconstruction
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills
• Ability to manage multiple high-value pursuits simultaneously
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency with estimating and construction tools (P6, Bluebeam, Sage, Destini, BuildingConnected, etc.)
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and cost strategy
• Ability to align preconstruction efforts with business and operational goals

Why This Role Stands Out

• Executive-level influence on major project pursuits and wins
• Lead and shape a high-performing preconstruction team
• Work with a Top ENR General Contractor in a strong Dallas market
• High visibility with leadership, clients, and key stakeholders
• Significant compensation and long-term growth opportunity