Pre-Construction Manager

Waterton Construction • McKinney, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As Pre-Construction Manager, you will lead the preconstruction function, ensuring estimates are accurate, processes are efficient, vendors are aligned, and projects transition seamlessly into operations. Your leadership will directly influence project profitability, client experience, and team performance. This is a full-time, in-office leadership position working closely with operations and executive leadership to drive collaboration and project success.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in construction estimating, preconstruction, or project management
• Minimum 3+ years of leadership experience managing and developing team members
• Strong understanding of construction pricing, procurement, and project workflows
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Positive, solutions-focused mindset aligned with company values

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of two estimators and a preconstruction assistant
• Assign and prioritize bid opportunities to ensure deadlines and department goals are met
• Review estimates and proposals prior to executive margin review
• Foster accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement within the team
• Ensure all estimates are complete, accurate, and aligned with scope and project objectives
• Manage multiple projects and pursuits simultaneously while maintaining high standards
• Facilitate scope reviews and handoff meetings to support smooth project transitions
• Develop and optimize workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Monitor market pricing trends and communicate impacts across teams
• Support inventory coordination and maintain reliable cost data
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers and trade partners
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery expectations
• Lead purchasing strategies and oversee issuance of purchase orders and subcontracts
• Partner with clients, architects, engineers, and consultants to align scope, budget, and expectations
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, and documentation throughout preconstruction
• Represent Waterton Construction with professionalism and responsiveness
• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on pipeline status, risks, and opportunities
• Maintain clear communication across departments to support alignment and decision-making

Benefits

• Competitive compensation , based on experience and responsibility
• Benefits and growth opportunities will be discussed during the interview process
• Manageable workload with realistic expectations
• Quality-focused company that values craftsmanship and professionalism
• Stable, growing Texas firm with long-term opportunity
• Clear leadership structure and support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed