Preconstruction Manager

Company: RG Construction Services
Location: Elmhurst
Posted on: November 22, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description General Job Description: Manager within our Design Build Group focused on executing the day-to-day activities of our team through the Validation, TVD Design Development and Construction Startup Phases. Also focus on preconstruction activities associated with all prefab and modular Opportunities. Provide overall assistance and support to our Director of Preconstruction. Responsibilities by Priority Highest Frequency/Priority Critical Success Factors: Actively participate on all Alternative Delivery projects in a leadership role, ensuring daily/weekly tasks are being successfully executed during phases identified above for projects assigned. Responsible for managing all Subcontract Management activities for projects assigned, inclusive of 3rd party fabricators/manufacturers. Developing Bid Package Strategies, Scope and Contractor onboarding, tracking costs, productivity and market intelligence on productivity, approaches used within each market Provide management to all modular and prefabrication efforts both interior and enclosure related (Sto Panel) for projects assigned. Work to develop lean processes for these opportunities and look to continue to innovate, leveraging BIM resources, kitting, etc. Note, CFMF Structures still oversaw by VP Sales & Estimating main Drywall Division. Constructability Analysis and drive innovation in how we execute throughout these projects. Help develop and prepare approaches for new pursuits and efforts to win new business for the division. Including assisting in preparing/proofing all RFPs. Leverage Lean Thinking, tools and approaches in the execution of the projects your involved in. Bring A3 thinking and Chose by Advantage as routine tools to evaluate how to execute internally. Be a Lean Leader both internally and externally Provide Financial oversight to the projects assigned and ensure each project is on plan and tracking towards its Target Value. Develop tools/approaches for tracking and work with teams and Accounting Department to develop improved approaches for managing. Provide training and coaching to staff in the form of take-off techniques, material uses and properties, how scopes of work assembled and performed, use of lean tools, scheduling, Pull Planning, TAKT, Educate Estimators in use of materials and how installed. Likewise, work with Operations teams on Lean approaches/tools for improvement. Assist teams in resolution of project specific issues that arise and project management responsibilities. Perform Business Development Activities with Owners, Architects and General Contractors, and strategic Trade Partners for cross-functional “Super Sub” Approach. Next Highest Frequency/Priority Critical Success Factors: Responsible for communicating and ensuring company policies and practices are followed. Interact with Superintendents to gain insight into production rates being achieved, gain feedback on project team performance collectively and individually, insights on potential project conditions and installation challenges on our Design Build projects. Work with Purchasing Manager to determine material pricing strategies, for related projects. Be a conduit to developing relationships with our Subcontracting Trade Partners in the markets we serve. Work in conjunction with VP of Sales & Estimating on approach to improve CFMF Load Bearing Work with Accounting, Operations and VDC to ensure cohesion between functions. Review all legal documents associated with these projects and provide recommendations for contract adjustments and/or approaches to mitigate risk Continue to bring innovation and ideas to improve our Design Build Services in conjunction with other Departments, most importantly VDC and Operations. Responsibilities by Design Build Project Life-cycle Process Requirements: 1. Validation Phase: Budget Management Milestone Pull Planning Scheduling Prefab Discovery Program Design Discovery RLWP Development Contract Risk Pool Development 2. TVD Design-Development Phase: Budget Management Risk & Opportunity Management Component Team Meetings Prefabrication Development Engineering Development Design Discovery Development A3 Set Based Design Estimating Procurement Planning 3. Construction Startup Phase: Preconstruction Transition Overview Development Finalize Support Procurement Strategies. 4. Construction Phase: NA Core Competencies (Desired Skills): College degree in construction or architectural related field Minimum 20 years industry experience. Exceptional organizational skills are required, as well as, ability to multi-task. Strong communication skills a must. Need ability to deal with people who process information in different ways. Provide objective feedback both positive and negative. Strong management skills required. Strong negotiation and bargaining skills. Strong analytical skills and ability to be objective in evaluating project issues and employee talent. Well versed in computer technologies. Strong computer skills also required: Word, Excel, Windows, Teams, structure and file sharing. Need ability to think strategically, see the whole picture, and anticipate next steps. Strong coaching and training skills, should be able to develop Project Manager, Estimator, Field Leadership skills. Leadership skills

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