What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Construction Manager position at Anchor Construction?
At Anchor Construction, we don’t just build projects—we build a culture of excellence, teamwork, and dedication. We take pride in our skills and expertise across all types of commercial construction, but what truly sets us apart is our commitment to core values and a positive work environment. Every project is unique, and we approach each one with a tailored strategy, ensuring we understand our clients, their goals, and what it takes to deliver quality results on time, every time. We bring energy, enthusiasm, and craftsmanship to everything we do. Anchor is a company that values hard work, teamwork, and professional growth.
Responsibilities:
- Manage personnel, including hiring, training, and terminations.
- Coordinate with sales and management to secure approval for incoming bids.
- Ensure proper communication with clients during handoffs.
- Maintain company folder structure and organize selected subcontractors.
- Manage the list of preferred subcontractors.
- Oversee and manage Estimating KPIs.
- Stay informed about the project pipeline and manage bidding schedules.
- Review estimates for accuracy and completeness.
- Obtain civil survey CAD files.
- Identify necessary deferred submittals.
- Arrange site visits and offer Lidar scanning services.
- Determine if a project is a second-generation space (for sales tax purposes) and monitor subcontractor charges, ensuring compliance with tax laws.
- Ensure all required permits are available.
- Participate in all bid review meetings.
- Anticipate long lead times, inspections, and utility requirements for handoff preparation.
- Identify risks and establish a process and checklist for handoff meetings between estimating and construction.
- Set up jobsite signage on day one and complete the necessary form.
- Collect feedback from construction to improve estimating processes.
The responsibilities outlined in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the position. However, the duties and responsibilities are not limited to those listed and may be expanded, modified, or adjusted as business needs require, at the discretion of the company.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in preconstruction, with at least 5 years in a management role within the construction industry.
- Proven track record of successfully leading preconstruction activities for large-scale projects.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and cost estimating techniques.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in preconstruction software and tools, such as estimating software and project management platforms.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Commitment to quality and safety.
- Ability to travel as needed.
What We Offer:
- Generous Benefits: Enjoy Paid Time Off, Flex Time (Work From Home), Paid Holidays, Paid Bereavement Leave, and exciting Quarterly Incentives to reward your hard work.
- Exclusive Discounts: Get access to discounts on movies, vacations, amusement parks, shows, gym memberships, and shopping. Enjoy Free Lunch Thursdays at the office, a 15% discount on oil changes, and 15% off college tuition for your family members.
- Comprehensive Insurance Coverage:
- Medical Plan: We cover 50% of the selected medical benefits plan.
- Dental & Vision: 100% coverage for employees, so you’re fully taken care of.
- Colonial Life Insurance Options: Gain peace of mind with access to additional coverage, including Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Confinement Indemnity Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Whole Life Insurance, and AD&D Insurance. Plus, receive $10,000 of AD&D coverage free for one year.
