Preconstruction Manager (Leadership)

Job Description

Job Description

Preconstruction Manager (Leadership Opportunity)

Location: Arizona (preferred) or California

Industry: Construction & Trades

Client: Confidential General Contractor in the Design-Build sector

Presented By: KB Sourcing on behalf of our client

Role Overview

KB Sourcing is actively seeking a confident and strategic Preconstruction Manager for one of our General Contractor clients specializing in mission-critical & advanced facilities buildouts. This mid-senior level leadership role is ideal for a seasoned estimator or preconstruction professional who thrives in high-stakes environments and brings deep experience in cost strategy, trade partner engagement, and team mentorship.

The Preconstruction Manager will lead early-phase planning, MEP scoping, infrastructure pricing, and full-package budgeting across confidential mission-critical projects and others. You'll be the linchpin between design intent and construction execution driving clarity, cost certainty, and buildability from day one.

This is a rare opportunity to join a values-driven builder known for precision, integrity, and people-first leadership.

Core Responsibilities

- Lead the development of comprehensive preconstruction deliverables, including conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, and bid packages

- Guide early-phase planning and design coordination to ensure constructability and cost alignment

- Mentor and develop junior preconstruction and estimating team members

- Manage trade partner outreach and subcontractor relationships during preconstruction

- Scope and price mission-critical MEP, infrastructure, and utility systems

- Coordinate bid-day deliverables, pricing summaries, and value engineering options

- Collaborate with field operations and project teams to optimize buildability and schedule

- Participate in client-facing presentations and strategic planning sessions

Required Qualifications

- Strong independent capability in full-cycle preconstruction and estimating

- Proven experience mentoring junior team members

- Deep background in MEP and infrastructure pricing for complex builds

- Skilled in subcontractor coordination and trade engagement

Preferred Qualifications

- Residing in Arizona or the southwest regional markets, with a strong understanding of the local market dynamics and the associated subcontractor network.

- Experience with self-perform scopes (e.g., concrete, framing, doors)

- Proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff, Bid2Win, Excel

- Exposure to Cosential or similar CRM platforms

Candidate Information Requested

- Project List: Include location, square footage, scope, bid role, and total value. Use Confidential for sensitive data center clients.

- Career History: Share context for past transitions and motivations for next steps.

- Availability: Estimated timeline for joining a new team.

- Career Aspirations: Describe long-term goals and desired role direction.

Compensation & Perks

- Base Salary: Negotiable and is dependent on experience; sign-on bonus potential

- Relocation Assistance: Available for ideal candidate

- Ownership & Profit Sharing: ESOP and performance-based incentives

- Benefits: Full package, including PTO and 401K with Match option

- Travel: Willingness and flexibility too, as needed

This role is part of a national initiative to build perfection through people-first leadership. If you know someone who fits the profile or if you're interested in learning more KB Sourcing welcome's confidential introductions and resumes.