Assistant Preconstruction Manager

Tiello has partnered with a highly respected Commercial General Contractor based in Overland Park, KS, that is actively seeking an Assistant Preconstruction Manager to join their expanding team. This company has established a solid reputation in the Kansas City market and beyond by focusing on long-term client relationships, repeat business, and referrals rather than relying primarily on competitive hard-bid projects. Their collaborative approach centers on early involvement with owners during the project lifecycle, enabling the development of accurate budgets, value engineering, and delivering projects successfully from initial concept to completion. With annual revenue approaching $90 million and a secured backlog through 2028, the company is intentionally focused on strategic growth and continuous improvement. This commitment to excellence creates an exceptional environment for professionals aiming to build a long-term career in preconstruction management.

The company’s culture emphasizes a family-first mindset, fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace where employees are valued and rewarded based on their contributions and performance. The local work environment offers the advantage of working on 100% local projects in Kansas City, ensuring employees maintain a healthy work-life balance with Monday through Friday in-office collaboration. This stable and growing company provides opportunities for intentional mentorship and onboarding, helping new team members integrate smoothly and develop their skills within an industry-leading team. The leadership style is humble and team-oriented, promoting integrity and the development of strong internal relationships.

The Assistant Preconstruction Manager role is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience as a Project Engineer, Assistant Estimator, Junior Estimator, or similar positions who is eager to advance within the field of estimating and preconstruction. This full-time position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $85,000 to $115,000, supplemented with a bonus and a comprehensive benefits package including a vehicle allowance, 401(k) plan, company profit-sharing bonus typically ranging from 10 to 20 percent, and additional full benefits.

The primary responsibility of the Assistant Preconstruction Manager is to support the preconstruction team by preparing conceptual as well as detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects. The role involves collaborating closely with Project Managers, Operations personnel, Architects, Owners, and Subcontractors to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and value throughout the preconstruction process. Specific expertise in quantity takeoffs, material assessments, analyzing drawings and contract documents, and maintaining estimating databases will be essential to success. The candidate will also assist in bid day activities and proposal preparation, ensuring that estimates are competitive and comprehensive.

In addition to estimating duties, the Assistant Preconstruction Manager plays a vital role in subcontractor and vendor coordination by soliciting bids, reviewing proposals for scope and pricing completeness, and fostering strong relationships with subcontractors to support bid leveling and scope comparisons. This collaboration ensures that all aspects of the project are aligned with budgetary goals and quality standards.

Preconstruction responsibilities further include assistance with value engineering initiatives, support for budget development and cost planning, and coordination with project teams throughout preconstruction phases. The role concludes with participation in project turnover meetings to facilitate a smooth and successful transition from preconstruction into construction.

This role suits an individual who is self-motivated, organized, and has a strong desire to grow within the preconstruction field. Candidates with 2 to 5 years of commercial construction experience who have familiarity with commercial construction means and methods, excellent communication skills, and a strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings are ideal. While a Construction Management degree is preferred, it is not required.

Project experience in commercial general contracting, ground-up construction, healthcare, K-12 education facilities, government and municipal projects, community and nonprofit projects, multifamily housing, and commercial buildings will be highly regarded.

Overall, this position offers an outstanding career path with a company that is committed to stability, growth, and the ongoing professional development of its employees, making it a remarkable opportunity for those seeking to excel in the preconstruction industry.