Preconstruction Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Turn project briefs into proposals the business can sign and packages the Build team can run .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $125,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial preconstruction and estimating, with a strong focus on developing detailed bid packages and managing vendor strategies. Proficient in utilizing estimating technology and ensuring compliance throughout the bid process.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Commercial Preconstruction ExperienceEstimating And Bid PackagingCOSTX Or Equivalent TechnologyPMP Or Equivalent CertificationTarget Value Design Experience

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Hard Skills

EstimatingBid PackagingConstruction ManagementCritical-Path Bid Schedule DevelopmentBasis-Of-Estimate MaintenanceVendor Coverage PracticesExclusions And Assumptions WritingProcurement PlanningDetailed Take-OffsCompliance Review Support

Soft Skills

LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Estimating TechnologyConstruction Management Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP

Industry Keywords

Commercial ProjectsLump-Sum WorkGMP WorkMission-Critical InteriorsInfrastructure ProjectsSitework Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMPGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Turn project briefs into proposals the business can sign and packages the Build team can run
Lead estimating, bid packaging, and constructability from pursuit through award
Develop estimates, bid templates, and detailed take-offs using estimating and takeoff technology such as COSTX or equivalent
Lead vendor strategy with the Project Manager, including document sharing, scheduling walks, issuing RFIs and clarifications, and collecting and leveling bids
Assemble proposal packages covering scope, procurement, exclusions, assumptions, safety and logistics, schedules, pricing structure recommendations, resources, design and permit strategy, commissioning, equipment and move lists, and finishes
Support Target Value Design and translate construction documents into bid packages, scopes of work, and bid-form structures
Provide Go/No-Go and compliance review support with commercial backup and client-ready deliverables
Hand off the baseline to the Construction Manager at Move-to-Construction
Remain available after handoff to resolve re-buy or missed-scope questions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
7+ years of experience in commercial preconstruction, estimating, or bid packaging on lump-sum and GMP work
Hands-on estimating experience and discipline to maintain basis-of-estimate files that survive a handoff
Proven vendor coverage practices: walks, RFIs, apples-to-apples scopes, no single-source surprises on bid day
Ability to write exclusions, assumptions, and a procurement plan that holds up in compliance review
Experience building a critical-path bid schedule and work-package structure a Construction Manager can inherit
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred
Direct experience with estimating take-off technology and construction management technology preferred
Target Value Design experience with an architected cost model preferred
Comfort with mission-critical, workplace, or landlord-controlled interiors, infrastructure and sitework projects
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical and emotional health