Preconstruction Manager (MedicalCommercial)

Company Overview
The Neenan Company is one of the nations premier integrated design-build firms consistently recognized among the Top 100 Design-Builders in the United States. Headquartered in Fort Collins Colorado Neenan brings architects construction professionals and industry experts together under one roof to deliver innovative cost-effective solutions that align with our clients strategic goals and organizational vision.
By combining design and construction collaboration throughout the project lifecycle we create exceptional facilities across a diverse range of commercial markets nationwide.

Position Summary
The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the preconstruction phase of projects including budgeting estimating bidding schedule coordination and coordination with design team and clients. This role ensures that projects are thoroughly planned and scoped before construction begins setting the foundation for successful execution.

Key Responsibilities
*Lead the preconstruction process from concept through construction start.
*Develop and manage relationships with owners subcontractors and internal team members.
*Develop and manage projects from conceptual budgets to construction contracts.
*Collaborate with internal team engineers consultants subcontractors and clients to define project scope and feasibility.
*Collaborate on design solutions and ideas.
*Conduct constructability reviews and identify potential risks or cost-saving opportunities.
*Prepare bid packages and manage subcontractor procurement and scope alignment.
*Manage subcontractor prequalification process.
*Facilitate internal and external meetings to ensure alignment across stakeholders.
*Provide leadership and mentorship to estimating and preconstruction staff.
*Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals and presentations.
*Identify and procure long lead items (if required)

Qualifications
*Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering Architecture or related field preferred but not required with equivalent construction experience.
*4 years of experience in estimating or preconstruction or field operations preferably in commercial construction.
*Strong understanding of construction means and methods building systems and market pricing.
*Understand building codes and city processes.
*Familiarity with various project types including commercial healthcare and education.
*Proficiency in estimating softwares (e.g. Timberline Bluebeam On-Screen Takeoff CMiC).
*Excellent communication negotiation and organizational skills.
*Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Skills
*Experience with design-build delivery methods.
*Sustainable building practices.
*Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.