Senior Conceptual Preconstruction Manager

Our projects are about more than concrete, steel, and wood. More than square footage and floor plans. Our projects are about technical innovation and complex problem-solving. They are about pioneering possibilities and building something for the first time - ever. They are about saying yes when others say no.  It's about driving social movement, advancement, and change. We are a family of dreamers and doers, innovative pioneers in construction, and nimbler problem solvers.

Position Objective

The Conceptual Preconstruction Manager plays a crucial role in the preconstruction phase, providing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates for a variety of construction projects, with an emphasis on Multi-Family. Working closely with the Operations leaders and business development team, you will be responsible for evaluating project feasibility, analyzing conceptual designs, and preparing preliminary estimates to support the decision-making processes. Building strong client relations and trust throughout the process is crucial.

Essential Job Functions

Conceptual Estimation

• Conduct detailed reviews of project specifications and drawings to understand project scope and requirements


• Collaborate with project stakeholders to understand project scope, objective, and constraints, including associates on the preconstruction team, operations leaders, business development, marketing and Clients.


• Analyze conceptual designs, drawings, and specifications to develop accurate cost estimates for construction projects


• Utilize industry-standard estimating software and tools to ensure precision and consistency in estimates


• Obtain trade partner input on pricing efforts, depending on the development phase of the drawings provided


• Lead client conversations and meetings with an emphasis on strong communication, both written and verbal.


• Understand the client vision, collaborate effectively, provide timely responses that are accurate, thorough and exude confidence.


• Confidently be able to present estimates to Clients and other development partners

Cost Management

• Maintain and update a comprehensive cost database, incorporating current market trends, material costs, and labor rates


• Create cost models to estimate the overall project cost, including labor, materials, equipment, overhead, and profit


• Collaborate with the project team to explore cost-saving alternatives without compromising the project’s functionality or quality


• Leverage historical cost data from similar projects to establish baseline costs for various construction elements


• Validate subcontractor pricing, quantities, labor assumptions and unit prices


• Be prepared to offer cost-effective solutions to budget problems


• Facilitate handoffs from pre-construction to the operations team when transitioning to construction or handoff when the budget turns into a bid.

Supporting Job Functions

• Work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to gather relevant information and insights


• Present and communicate cost estimates to internal teams in a clear and concise manner

Qualifications and Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of (10) years of estimating experience including conceptual estimating, specifically Mult-Family.


• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or any equivalent combination of education and construction experience


• Proven experience as a Conceptual Estimator in the construction industry


• A valid driver’s license is required


• Proficiency in navigating project scheduling software and Microsoft Office suite

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates innovative problem-solving that considers all facts and points of view on the issue to beresolved


• Maintains composure and professionalism in difficult situations and effectively resolves conflicts.


• Excellent communication skills, both in writing and face-to-face


• Strong ability to build relationships and influence others into action


• Able to develop strategies for improvement and develop supporting procedures to implement necessary
  changes


• Exceptional ability to think operationally and identify the multiple teams, processes, and deliverables that
  are required to execute a successful project


• Have strong soft skills to both internal associates and exterior clients


• Embraces technology and able to use it in ways that improve the client and team experience

Superior Benefits Package

• Unlimited PTO


• 100% Employee-owned!


• One month Sabbatical after seven years of continuous service


• Affordable, quality medical, dental, and vision insurance


• HSA with company match


• Company-paid life and disability insurance


• Company provided laptop and cell phone


• 401k plan with company contributions


• 529e college savings plan with company contributions


• Tuition reimbursement


• Student loan repayment assistance

Centric is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.