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Preconstruction Manager green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, beginning with PERM labor certification filed by your employer with the Department of Labor. Construction firms sponsoring this role must document the position's requirements, run a compliant recruitment test, and file an I-140 petition before you can adjust status or pursue consular processing to permanent residence.
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Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Preconstruction Manager II to join our team in Atlanta, GA!
The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for working with development and construction teams to build conceptual and detailed estimates. Provide preconstruction leadership by teaching design management, estimating, and other preconstruction skills to project management staff, managing the design and preconstruction phase of select projects, and securing work on select pursuits. Project sizes may range from $5M to $100M+. Primary duties include creating accurate and detailed cost models and estimates, reviewing estimates, training, value analysis, quantity take-offs, working with project managers and developers to manage all preconstruction aspects of the project. The Estimator position will primarily focus on the creation and analysis of detailed cost information, and the Preconstruction Manager position will primarily focus on cost and the overall preconstruction process. Reports to VP or Director of Preconstruction and partners with project managers assigned to specific projects. Work directly with owners/clients, designers/architects/engineers, subcontractors, sales, and construction management team.
With more than 88 years in business and 17 offices (and growing!), Ryan offers comprehensive commercial real estate solutions to customers across the US. We bring a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Join a company with an outstanding culture and competitive benefits. At Ryan, we don’t just build buildings – we build stories.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Support the development, architectural, and construction teams with preconstruction expertise including estimating, value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and project pursuits.
- Assume responsibility for completing cost proposals individually and within a team in a thorough, competitive, and quality driven manner for projects.
- Support the development of detailed proposal estimates including subcontractor quotes, self-perform work, general conditions, and all aspects of construction projects.
- Proactively update estimates during the evolution and refinement of project scope.
- Build upon Ryan subcontractor and vendor resource database.
- Prepare scope documents for design-build and hard-bid subcontractors.
- Support the value of preconstruction / design management services.
- Solicit, analyze, and negotiate subcontractor quotes. Able to recommend award based on best value and project requirements.
- Consistently achieves customer satisfaction and raving fan goals.
- Thorough understanding of the estimating stages, process, and costs.
- Able to operate efficiently and independently.
- Work with other team members, possibly in other geographic locations, to complete project proposals in a thorough and timely fashion.
- Maintain accurate historical cost data and current market information in the Ryan cost history system. Work to complete cost estimate archives with Project Management staff.
- Ability to communicate and work well with others at all levels.
- Review and provide feedback on project estimates created by preconstruction staff and project managers. Provide direction for understanding project scope, market pricing, and available resources.
- Coach Preconstruction Engineers and Project Management staff on the preconstruction process.
- Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets of types. Capable of cost modeling using Uniformat system costs.
- Manage from a comprehensive preconstruction schedule, design from a detailed estimate, optimize building systems, embrace enhanced design and deliver well-coordinated design documents.
- Play a significant role in developing relationships with the Architectural community and clients with an eye towards providing design/build level preconstruction services.
Qualifications
- Four-year college degree in construction management or construction / civil engineering.
- Minimum 6 years commercial construction experience and preconstruction / estimating.
- Thorough understanding how to efficiently perform accurate quantity take-offs and summarizing data in a meaningful way.
- Estimating background with developing experience in conceptual estimating.
- Strong personal presence; developing presentation skills and interpersonal communication skills.
- Broad knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, estimating, scheduling, cost control and material pricing.
- Supports balance of costs and aesthetic quality.
- Knowledge of the architectural, engineering, and construction processes.
- Understands the Design-Build and Integrated Project Delivery processes.
- Understands value design and budget control during the planning and design phases.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Products - Excel, Word, Powerpoint Working knowledge of OST, Bluebeam, BuildingConnected, Destini Estimator.
- Ability to listen effectively, value the opinions of others and acknowledge contributions of others.
- Effectively prioritizes and balances big picture and immediate responsibilities.
Eligibility:
Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Retirement and Savings Benefits
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
- Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
- Employee Discount Programs
- Pet insurance
- Charitable Donation Matching
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.
Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Notice to Candidates:
Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you receive communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at humanresources@ryancompanies.com.
Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies:
Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Job Description:
Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Preconstruction Manager II to join our team in Atlanta, GA!
The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for working with development and construction teams to build conceptual and detailed estimates. Provide preconstruction leadership by teaching design management, estimating, and other preconstruction skills to project management staff, managing the design and preconstruction phase of select projects, and securing work on select pursuits. Project sizes may range from $5M to $100M+. Primary duties include creating accurate and detailed cost models and estimates, reviewing estimates, training, value analysis, quantity take-offs, working with project managers and developers to manage all preconstruction aspects of the project. The Estimator position will primarily focus on the creation and analysis of detailed cost information, and the Preconstruction Manager position will primarily focus on cost and the overall preconstruction process. Reports to VP or Director of Preconstruction and partners with project managers assigned to specific projects. Work directly with owners/clients, designers/architects/engineers, subcontractors, sales, and construction management team.
With more than 88 years in business and 17 offices (and growing!), Ryan offers comprehensive commercial real estate solutions to customers across the US. We bring a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Join a company with an outstanding culture and competitive benefits. At Ryan, we don’t just build buildings – we build stories.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Support the development, architectural, and construction teams with preconstruction expertise including estimating, value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and project pursuits.
- Assume responsibility for completing cost proposals individually and within a team in a thorough, competitive, and quality driven manner for projects.
- Support the development of detailed proposal estimates including subcontractor quotes, self-perform work, general conditions, and all aspects of construction projects.
- Proactively update estimates during the evolution and refinement of project scope.
- Build upon Ryan subcontractor and vendor resource database.
- Prepare scope documents for design-build and hard-bid subcontractors.
- Support the value of preconstruction / design management services.
- Solicit, analyze, and negotiate subcontractor quotes. Able to recommend award based on best value and project requirements.
- Consistently achieves customer satisfaction and raving fan goals.
- Thorough understanding of the estimating stages, process, and costs.
- Able to operate efficiently and independently.
- Work with other team members, possibly in other geographic locations, to complete project proposals in a thorough and timely fashion.
- Maintain accurate historical cost data and current market information in the Ryan cost history system. Work to complete cost estimate archives with Project Management staff.
- Ability to communicate and work well with others at all levels.
- Review and provide feedback on project estimates created by preconstruction staff and project managers. Provide direction for understanding project scope, market pricing, and available resources.
- Coach Preconstruction Engineers and Project Management staff on the preconstruction process.
- Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets of types. Capable of cost modeling using Uniformat system costs.
- Manage from a comprehensive preconstruction schedule, design from a detailed estimate, optimize building systems, embrace enhanced design and deliver well-coordinated design documents.
- Play a significant role in developing relationships with the Architectural community and clients with an eye towards providing design/build level preconstruction services.
Qualifications
- Four-year college degree in construction management or construction / civil engineering.
- Minimum 6 years commercial construction experience and preconstruction / estimating.
- Thorough understanding how to efficiently perform accurate quantity take-offs and summarizing data in a meaningful way.
- Estimating background with developing experience in conceptual estimating.
- Strong personal presence; developing presentation skills and interpersonal communication skills.
- Broad knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, estimating, scheduling, cost control and material pricing.
- Supports balance of costs and aesthetic quality.
- Knowledge of the architectural, engineering, and construction processes.
- Understands the Design-Build and Integrated Project Delivery processes.
- Understands value design and budget control during the planning and design phases.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Products - Excel, Word, Powerpoint Working knowledge of OST, Bluebeam, BuildingConnected, Destini Estimator.
- Ability to listen effectively, value the opinions of others and acknowledge contributions of others.
- Effectively prioritizes and balances big picture and immediate responsibilities.
Eligibility:
Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Retirement and Savings Benefits
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
- Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
- Employee Discount Programs
- Pet insurance
- Charitable Donation Matching
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.
Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Notice to Candidates:
Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you receive communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at humanresources@ryancompanies.com.
Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies:
Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Preconstruction Manager
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM locks in the job's minimum requirements before recruitment begins. Make sure your degree, years of estimating or project development experience, and any professional credentials match what the employer intends to list, since DOL holds them to those stated minimums throughout the process.
Use O*NET to benchmark your occupation
Pull the Preconstruction Manager occupation profile from O*NET to confirm the standard education and experience thresholds. Employers and their attorneys use this data when drafting PERM job descriptions, so knowing it helps you spot mismatches before the application is filed.
Search for employers with active green card history
Target construction and development firms that have previously sponsored EB-2 or EB-3 workers. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history by role, so you can focus your search on companies already familiar with the PERM process for preconstruction positions.
Verify your prevailing wage category early
Run your target city and job title through the OFLC Wage Search to find the prevailing wage level before negotiating an offer. Your offered salary must meet or exceed DOL's determination for the PERM to certify, and Level I or II wages may disqualify otherwise strong candidates.
File your I-140 promptly to lock in your priority date
Once PERM certifies, push your employer to file the I-140 with USCIS quickly. Your priority date is set when USCIS receives that petition, and nationals of India or China face significant per-country backlogs, meaning every month of delay can translate into a longer wait for a visa number to become available.
Understand AC21 portability before changing employers
If your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days and an approved I-140 is on file, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or similar occupation without restarting the process. Confirm the occupational similarity with an immigration attorney before accepting a competing offer.
Green Card Preconstruction Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Preconstruction Manager?
Green card sponsorship is permanent. The employer files a PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, documenting a prevailing wage determination and completing a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. workers are available. After PERM certifies, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals of India and China can face multi-year backlogs before a visa number becomes available.
Does a Preconstruction Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories are possible depending on how the employer defines the position. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project development. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree or at least two years of skilled experience. The employer's attorney drafts the PERM job description to match the genuine requirements of the position.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for this role?
Start with construction, development, and engineering firms that have a track record of EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history searchable by role and location, which lets you prioritize outreach toward companies already familiar with the PERM process rather than educating hiring managers from scratch.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
The answer depends on where you are in the process. If your I-485 adjustment application has been pending at least 180 days and you hold an approved I-140, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or similar occupation without losing your priority date. If the I-140 is still pending or the I-485 hasn't been filed yet, you would generally need your new employer to restart PERM from the beginning.
What is the PERM recruitment test and why does it matter for my job offer?
PERM requires the sponsoring employer to conduct a formal recruitment campaign, including job postings in DOL-specified channels, to demonstrate that no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied for the position. The employer must complete this test before filing with the Department of Labor. If recruitment results in a qualified U.S. applicant, DOL will deny the certification. For candidates, this means your offer needs to be in place before recruitment begins and your credentials must genuinely match the posted minimum requirements.