Job Description
Preconstruction Manager – Commercial Construction
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📍 Ohio
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🏢 On-site | Full-time
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We are working with a well-established Commercial General Contractor in Cincinnati that is looking to bring on an experienced Preconstruction Manager to support a strong and growing pipeline of projects.
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This is a key hire within the business, offering long-term stability, clear progression, and the opportunity to work on high-profile commercial builds.
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Responsibilities:
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• Lead preconstruction efforts from initial concept through to GMP
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• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and take-offs
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• Manage bid packages, subcontractor outreach, and procurement strategy
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• Work closely with clients, architects, and internal project teams
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• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving strategies
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• Support handover to operations and project management teams
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Requirements:
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• 5+ years’ experience in Preconstruction / Estimating within commercial construction
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• Strong background in ground-up and renovation commercial projects
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• Proven ability to manage budgets from conceptual through final pricing
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• Experience with software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar
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• Strong communication skills and ability to work with clients and stakeholders
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What’s on offer:
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• Competitive base salary + bonus
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• Full benefits package
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• Long-term pipeline of local projects
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• Clear progression into Senior Preconstruction / Director level
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• Strong company culture and leadership team
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If you are a Preconstruction professional in Ohio, or open to relocating, I’d be happy to speak.
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📩 ali@wesearchpeople.com