Job Description

Job Description

Overview: Reporting directly to the Director of Construction, the Pre-Construction Manager is responsible for leading and managing all pre-construction activities from initial concept through to the start of the project. This role ensures that projects are properly scoped, budgeted, scheduled, and de-risked prior to construction, while aligning client expectations, design intent, and execution strategy. The Pre-Construction Manager acts as the key liaison between clients, design teams, consultants, and internal project teams to deliver accurate, competitive, and executable project plans.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction Leadership: Lead the pre-construction phase for multiple projects simultaneously. Develop and manage project budgets, cost plans, and estimates at all design stages (concept, schematic, DD, CD). Establish project schedules, milestones, and phasing strategies. Identify risks, constraints, and opportunities early in the process. Estimating & Cost Management: Prepare detailed cost estimates and quantity take-offs. Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing. Conduct value engineering exercises while maintaining design integrity. Monitor cost evolution throughout design development and ensure alignment with client budgets.

Design Coordination: Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure constructability. Review drawings and specifications for completeness, accuracy, and coordination. Provide technical input on materials, systems, and construction methodologies. Ensure alignment between design intent and budget constraints.

Procurement Strategy: Develop procurement plans, including packaging and bid strategies. Identify long-lead items and critical procurement risks. Prequalify subcontractors and suppliers.



Manage bid processes, leveling, and recommendations. Client & Stakeholder Management: Act as primary point of contact during pre-construction phase. Present budgets, schedules, and project strategies to clients and stakeholders. Provide clear, proactive communication on risks, changes, and opportunities. Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Handover to Construction: Ensure complete and accurate turnover to the construction team. Prepare scopes of work, tender packages, and contract documents. Align project team on budget, schedule, and execution plan. Support project startup and early construction activities. Qualifications &

Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field. 8-15 years of experience in construction, with strong emphasis on pre-construction and estimating. Experience in commercial, retail, or high-end residential construction preferred. Robust knowledge of construction methods, materials, and pricing.

Core Competencies:

Advanced estimating and cost planning skills. Strong understanding of scheduling and construction sequencing. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines. Strong negotiation and analytical skills. Detail-oriented with a strategic mindset.

Technical

Skills:
Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Procore, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, Excel).



Strong working knowledge of construction drawings and specifications. Familiarity with project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).

Key Success Factors: Ability to accurately predict and control project costs. Early identification and mitigation of risks. Strong alignment between design, budget, and execution. Smooth transition from pre-construction to construction. High level of client satisfaction and trust.

Reporting Structure: Reports to: Director of Construction. Works closely with: Project Managers, Site Superintendents, Estimating Team, Finance, and External Consultants. ________________________________________ Gestionnaire de pré-construction: Sous la responsabilité directe du directeur de la construction, le Gestionnaire responsable de la phase de pré-construction est chargé de diriger et de gérer l'ensemble des activités de pré-construction, depuis la conception initiale jusqu'au lancement du projet.

Ce poste vise à garantir que les projets sont correctement définis, budgétisés, planifiés et que les risques sont maîtrisés avant le début des travaux, tout en conciliant les attentes du client, l'intention de conception et la stratégie d'exécution. Le responsable de la pré-construction sert de liaison clé entre les clients, les équipes de conception, les consultants et les équipes de projet internes afin de fournir des plans de projet précis, compétitifs et réalisables.

Responsabilités clés: Direction de la phase de pré-construction: Diriger simultanément la phase de pré-construction de plusieurs projets. Élaborer et gérer les budgets, les plans de coûts et les devis à toutes les étapes de la conception (concept, schématique, DD, CD). Étab

📌 Pre-Construction Manager (Canada)
🏢 SAJO
📍 Canada