Senior Preconstruction Manager

ABOUT US: 

We are a nationally ranked, safety-focused, and talent-driven organization focused on delivering project management services through tailored delivery models. Our strength is our ability to match a delivery model to specific project needs, making the construction process feel easy.

Our foundation is built on our people, culture, and values. Our teammates come first. We support each other through successes and failures and respect each other's ideas and opinions. We are a people first company. We know there is always a way to do it better, so we seek and nurture curious minds with a desire to solve problems and move forward by being creative and curious together. We celebrate each other's successes and acknowledge hard work, because we know our people are the backbone of our success. #StrongerTogether!

Leading with safety is our no. 1 priority. We believe it is a fundamental human right to have a safe workplace, so we dedicate ourselves to creating safe environments for our people and everyone we do business with.

In addition to a positive atmosphere, a happy, healthy, and supportive work environment is especially important. Upon joining CSM Group we will provide you with a robust onboarding program to expose you to broad aspects of the organization by meeting with operations, business leaders and peers to better understand how we operate.

SUMMARY:

The Senior Preconstruction Manager works closely with internal teammates, the design team, and the owner to provide preconstruction planning support on multiple projects, including the development of bid strategy, scope writing, developing project schedules, bid solicitations, pre-construction meeting walk-throughs, and post-bid interviews. You will provide support to the Director of Preconstruction in creating strategic direction for the Preconstruction department and leadership of its subject matter experts. 

The Senior Preconstruction Manager reports to the Preconstruction Director. S/he works closely and interacts with the pre-construction department and project leaders in execution.   

This is a full-time FLSA-exempt position.  It requires 40 work hours per week and the ability to work more if required. 

Location: Interested in local to Kalamazoo or remote, based in Austin, TX region.

Industry: Preconstruction

• Preconstruction Leadership (85%)
  • Own the entire preconstruction strategy and execution for assigned projects, overseeing all preconstruction activities from concept through handoff.
  • Serve as the right hand to the Preconstruction Department Lead, helping shape department strategy, standards, processes, procedures, and long‑term goals.
  • Partner with Marketing and Execution Teams on RFP review, proposal development, and pursuit strategy.
  • Attend preconstruction meetings and site walk‑throughs, providing input on planning, logistics, safety, and constructability.
  • Lead review of engineering and design documents, drawings, specifications, and project schedules to ensure completeness, coordination, and constructability.
  • Support and at times lead development of budgets based on logistics, phasing, sequencing, design intent, and constructability.
  • Own development of all key preconstruction deliverables, including:
    • Construction schedules
    • Work scopes
    • Bid strategies
    • Bidder lists
    • Project manuals and supporting documents
  • Develop value‑add and value‑engineering options aligned with project goals and cost targets.
  • Attend and sometimes lead pre‑bid walkthroughs, bidder engagement calls, and post‑bid interviews.
  • Oversee bidder RFIs/BRFIs, coordinate clarifications, and ensure timely, accurate communication with bidders.
  • Attend project kickoff and transition meetings to ensure seamless handoff to Project Management.
  • Lead early planning and collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to evaluate feasibility, regulatory requirements, design alternatives, site conditions, and cost impacts.
  • Develop and manage cost estimates, budgets, and conceptual/pro forma pricing throughout all design phases, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and traceability.
  • Create project pricing strategies and ensure high‑quality preconstruction deliverables for sales presentations, client meetings, and stakeholder updates.
  • Drive cost leadership, maintaining alignment between design evolution and budget expectations, whil