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Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Preconstruction Manager
Company:
GPSI Water Location:
Carrollton, TX (Hybrid Schedule with Travel as Needed) Industry:
Water Feature Design & Construction Type:
Full-Time About GPSI Water
GPSI Water
(https://gpsiwater.com/)
is a nationally recognized leader in the design, construction, and service of custom water features bringing art, architecture, and engineering together in extraordinary ways. We are growing and seeking a strategic, hands-on Pre-construction Manager to elevate our operations. About the Role
As Preconstruction Manager, you'll lead and grow our pre-construction function creating scalable workflows, selecting and implementing platforms, and collaborating across teams to ensure seamless and proactive delivery. This is a high-impact role suited for an experienced leader in specialty or design-build construction. Key Responsibilities
Design and implement scalable pre-construction workflows, SOPs, and best practices.
Identify and deploy software platforms for estimating, bid tracking, and coordination.
Review RFPs, construction documents, and design sets to extract scope, risks, and delivery requirements.
Align internal and external documentation (RFIs, drawings, specs) for accuracy and continuity.
Produce and update cost estimates from early concept to final bid.
Use cost data/forecasting models to improve pricing accuracy and decision-making.
Ensure design intent aligns with budget, and proactively guide cost/design tradeoffs.
Build and manage a national subcontractor database.
Develop bid packages, coordinate scope reviews, and lead bid leveling meetings.
Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing pre-construction team.
Train staff in estimating, constructability, and delivery model nuances.
Ensure estimates align with project execution models; adapt strategies based on delivery type.
Requirements
10+ years of experience in pre-construction, estimating, or project engineering within commercial construction.
Background in GC or specialty trade contractor environments.
Proven success building pre-construction systems and teams.
Familiarity with design-build and collaborative project delivery models.
Strong understanding of construction documents, takeoffs, and mechanical systems.
Experience with subcontractor procurement strategy and bid packaging.
Proficiency with estimating software and tools.
Experience with aquatic systems, fountains, or themed entertainment projects is a plus.
What We Offer
Broad, negotiable salary range with performance-based bonus.
Full benefits package including 401(k), PTO, and health coverage.
Flexible hybrid schedule.
Opportunity to lead a department in a growing, high-visibility company.
Job Description
Job Title: Preconstruction Manager
Company:
GPSI Water Location:
Carrollton, TX (Hybrid Schedule with Travel as Needed) Industry:
Water Feature Design & Construction Type:
Full-Time About GPSI Water
GPSI Water
(https://gpsiwater.com/)
is a nationally recognized leader in the design, construction, and service of custom water features bringing art, architecture, and engineering together in extraordinary ways. We are growing and seeking a strategic, hands-on Pre-construction Manager to elevate our operations. About the Role
As Preconstruction Manager, you'll lead and grow our pre-construction function creating scalable workflows, selecting and implementing platforms, and collaborating across teams to ensure seamless and proactive delivery. This is a high-impact role suited for an experienced leader in specialty or design-build construction. Key Responsibilities
Design and implement scalable pre-construction workflows, SOPs, and best practices.
Identify and deploy software platforms for estimating, bid tracking, and coordination.
Review RFPs, construction documents, and design sets to extract scope, risks, and delivery requirements.
Align internal and external documentation (RFIs, drawings, specs) for accuracy and continuity.
Produce and update cost estimates from early concept to final bid.
Use cost data/forecasting models to improve pricing accuracy and decision-making.
Ensure design intent aligns with budget, and proactively guide cost/design tradeoffs.
Build and manage a national subcontractor database.
Develop bid packages, coordinate scope reviews, and lead bid leveling meetings.
Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing pre-construction team.
Train staff in estimating, constructability, and delivery model nuances.
Ensure estimates align with project execution models; adapt strategies based on delivery type.
Requirements
10+ years of experience in pre-construction, estimating, or project engineering within commercial construction.
Background in GC or specialty trade contractor environments.
Proven success building pre-construction systems and teams.
Familiarity with design-build and collaborative project delivery models.
Strong understanding of construction documents, takeoffs, and mechanical systems.
Experience with subcontractor procurement strategy and bid packaging.
Proficiency with estimating software and tools.
Experience with aquatic systems, fountains, or themed entertainment projects is a plus.
What We Offer
Broad, negotiable salary range with performance-based bonus.
Full benefits package including 401(k), PTO, and health coverage.
Flexible hybrid schedule.
Opportunity to lead a department in a growing, high-visibility company.