About this role
About the Company
The company is a well-established and growing construction firm with a strong reputation in the multi-family residential sector. Known for delivering high-quality, on-time projects, the company prides itself on fostering long-term relationships with clients and providing a supportive, team-oriented culture for its employees. With several large-scale developments in the pipeline, the firm is positioned for sustained growth and operational excellence.
As the company continues to expand, it seeks top-tier talent to support its vision—offering a compelling career path for those ready to take on more responsibility.
About the Position
The company is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager with a proven background in the multi-family construction sector. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in leading preconstruction efforts, including budgeting, estimating, design coordination, and client interfacing from project inception through hand-off to operations.
This role offers a strategic career opportunity: The current Vice President overseeing preconstruction is expected to retire within the next 2–3 years. The successful candidate will be considered for succession, making this a high-impact position with long-term leadership potential.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and manage the preconstruction process for multiple multi-family projects
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Collaborate with developers, architects, engineers, and internal teams to drive efficient and cost-effective solutions
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Develop and manage preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates, and value engineering strategies
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Oversee design development, ensuring alignment with budget and schedule goals
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Support the business development team with project pursuits and presentations
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Mentor and develop junior estimating staff
Requirements
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Minimum 7+ years of experience in preconstruction or estimating roles, with a focus on multi-family construction
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Demonstrated ability to manage complex preconstruction processes from concept to construction
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Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and building codes
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Proficiency with estimating software and tools (e.g., Bluebeam, ProEst, On-Screen Takeoff, etc.)
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Excellent communication and client-facing skills
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Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred)
Benefits
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Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus structure
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
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401(k) with company match
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Paid time off and holidays
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Career growth path toward executive leadership
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Supportive, team-oriented culture with a focus on professional development
Other facts
About Kimmel & Associates
Kimmel & Associates was formed in 1981 with the goal of providing service-oriented executive search to a group of specialized industries. Since then, we have become the largest industry-specific executive search firm in North America. For more than 40 years, we have been committed to exceeding expectations and providing unparalleled service through dedication, honesty, and stewardship—it’s the Kimmel Standard. Here are the industries we serve: construction (all sectors), renewable & sustainable infrastructure, supply chain, waste & recycling, and automotive.
An Unmatched Commitment to Service
Kimmel & Associates was founded on the principle of serving. We believe that helping people and companies to prosper is our calling, and we are certain that helping companies attract the right people at the right time is how we can serve best. Kimmel employees follow this calling in the community as well, through our Kimmel Goodwill Program, our in-house volunteer network.
Why Kimmel?
Kimmel & Associates has been recognized as the industry leader in executive search for the industries we serve. We partner with clients to become their agents and advocates in the marketplace. We know the right job at the right time changes a candidate’s future, and the right candidate at the right time changes a company’s future. We’ve helped thousands of professionals grow their careers. We recruit. We really recruit.
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What you'll do
- Lead and manage the preconstruction process for multiple multi-family projects while collaborating with various stakeholders. Oversee design development and support business development efforts.
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