Assistant Preconstruction Manager Jobs
Assistant Preconstruction Manager jobs are open across commercial construction, residential development, and civil infrastructure, from entry-level to senior roles, with specializations in cost estimating, bid management, and project scheduling. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Lead project team to achieve schedule alignment, integrated team experience, and construction readiness
- Establish and manage project budget and scope expectations
- Manage budget trending logs and associated communications
- Support Design Phase Manager/Project Executive with design phase cost issues
- Create and manage project schedules and key milestones
- Lead due diligence for permitting and code compliance
- Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained
- Manage proposal and design phase in alignment with estimates and RFPs
- Coordinate and manage proposal process during active RFPs
- Align design documents and project execution plans with stakeholders
- Identify and resolve technical design and specification concerns
- Manage/attend project site visits during pursuit and design phases
- Coordinate design reviews with Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) team
- Handle bid packages and contract manuals
- Coordinate Design Phase meetings with Owner, Design partners, and internal team
- Support negotiations for agreements with owners, designers, trade partners, etc.
- Coordinate Risk and Legal review of EPC Agreement and key Exhibits
- Ensure timely constructability reviews by project teams
- Assist in developing and aligning project margin plans
- Foster integrated team experience through communication and collaboration
- Manage, mentor, and guide design phase team engineers and project/field engineers
- Manage project transition to project management team
- Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
- Lead by example, provide coaching, and manage team performance
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field
- Minimum five years of relevant experience
- Utility scale solar highly preferred
- Construction and renewables experience preferred
- Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
- Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
- Shown positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
- Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
- Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
- Dental plan
- 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
- Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
- Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- Gym Membership Discount Program
- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
- Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
- Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
- Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
- Lead project team to achieve schedule alignment, integrated team experience, and construction readiness
- Establish and manage project budget and scope expectations
- Manage budget trending logs and associated communications
- Support Design Phase Manager/Project Executive with design phase cost issues
- Create and manage project schedules and key milestones
- Lead due diligence for permitting and code compliance
- Ensure regulatory approvals and permits are obtained
- Manage proposal and design phase in alignment with estimates and RFPs
- Coordinate and manage proposal process during active RFPs
- Align design documents and project execution plans with stakeholders
- Identify and resolve technical design and specification concerns
- Manage/attend project site visits during pursuit and design phases
- Coordinate design reviews with Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) team
- Handle bid packages and contract manuals
- Coordinate Design Phase meetings with Owner, Design partners, and internal team
- Support negotiations for agreements with owners, designers, trade partners, etc.
- Coordinate Risk and Legal review of EPC Agreement and key Exhibits
- Ensure timely constructability reviews by project teams
- Assist in developing and aligning project margin plans
- Foster integrated team experience through communication and collaboration
- Manage, mentor, and guide design phase team engineers and project/field engineers
- Manage project transition to project management team
- Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
- Lead by example, provide coaching, and manage team performance
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field
- Minimum five years of relevant experience
- Utility scale solar highly preferred
- Construction and renewables experience preferred
- Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
- Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
- Shown positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
- Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
- Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
- Dental plan
- 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
- Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
- Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- Gym Membership Discount Program
- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
- Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
- Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
- Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant preconstruction manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software such as Bluebeam or On-Screen Takeoff
- Experience supporting bid preparation, RFP responses, and subcontractor leveling
- Familiarity with project scheduling tools and construction cost databases
- Strong written communication skills for scope narratives and proposal documentation
- LEED accreditation or OSHA 30 certification preferred for many commercial roles
Tips for Your Assistant Preconstruction Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to estimating tools
Hiring managers scan for software fluency fast. List your experience with takeoff platforms, cost databases, and project management tools in a dedicated skills section so it's visible before they reach your work history.
Quantify your bid and estimate history
Generic construction experience won't stand out. Describe projects by contract value, scope type, and delivery method. Showing you've supported bids across multiple project types signals readiness for preconstruction work at higher volumes.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant preconstruction manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your delivery method
GC firms, design-build teams, and owner-rep groups hire preconstruction staff differently. Filter openings by the delivery method you know best, since your day-to-day responsibilities shift significantly depending on who holds the contract.
Prepare a sample estimate or scope narrative
Many hiring managers for this role ask candidates to walk through a past estimate or scope document. Have one ready to discuss, anonymized if necessary, that shows how you structured assumptions, flagged exclusions, and formatted your deliverable.
Follow up after the technical interview
Preconstruction hiring often involves a panel with an estimating lead and a project executive. Send a follow-up note that references a specific project or challenge you discussed, reinforcing that you understood the technical context of the conversation.
Assistant Preconstruction Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant preconstruction managers?
Sundt, Wieland Corporation, and Suffolk Construction are hiring the most assistant preconstruction managers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Ohio, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to cluster at general contractors and construction management firms with large commercial or public-sector pipelines.
How many assistant preconstruction manager jobs are remote?
About 100% of assistant preconstruction manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the site-dependent nature of most construction roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are cost estimating, proposal writing, and bid coordination, where deliverables are document-based rather than tied to a physical project location.
How do you become an assistant preconstruction manager?
Most assistant preconstruction managers start with a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, then gain field or project engineer experience before moving into estimating or bid support roles. Building fluency in takeoff software, learning to read construction documents end to end, and supporting senior estimators on live bids are the practical steps that move candidates into preconstruction.
Can you get hired as an assistant preconstruction manager with little experience?
Some firms hire recent graduates directly into assistant preconstruction roles if they have strong estimating coursework, internship exposure to bid preparation, or hands-on experience with takeoff software. Smaller general contractors and specialty subcontractors are often more open to developing early-career candidates than large national firms with structured preconstruction departments.
What does the assistant preconstruction manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screen, followed by a technical interview with an estimating manager or director of preconstruction covering your experience with takeoffs, bid leveling, and scope review. Some firms include a practical exercise where you mark up drawings or walk through a sample estimate, and final rounds often involve a conversation with a project executive.
Where can I find and apply to assistant preconstruction manager jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant preconstruction manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, delivery method background, and location preferences, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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