Cherry Talent Group
About the Job Pre-construction Project Manager
Job Title:
Pre-Construction Manager
Location:
Hybrid - DC Area
Compensation:
$100,000$120,000
About the Company Were partnering with a luxury custom home builder in the DC area known for creating architecturally stunning, highly personalized homes. Their clients are high-net-worth individuals who expect exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and a seamless experience.
This is a close-knit team that truly enjoys working together. They value integrity, creativity, and attention to detail and they look for people who are self-driven, collaborative, and genuinely care about their work. If you want to make a meaningful impact and be deeply involved in building extraordinary homes from day one, this is the place.
Role Summary As the Pre-Construction Manager, you’ll guide clients and project teams from the moment a project begins until its ready to break ground. You’ll organize the entire pre-construction process budgeting, design coordination, documentation, permitting, and client communication.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a high-touch, high-detail environment and enjoys collaborating with architects, designers, engineers, and clients.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the pre-construction process for multiple projects, with some post-construction support
Serve as primary contact for clients, architects, and consultants
Lead design and coordination meetings
Build and maintain project budgets and estimates
Issue RFPs, review subcontractor bids, and assist with proposals and contracts
Keep project files, plans, and decisions organized
Track schedules and milestones, ensuring all stakeholders know next steps
Track the permit process
Facilitate communication between clients, designers, and internal teams
Align design, scope, and budget
Collaborate with the Production Manager for a smooth handoff to construction
What you Bring
5+ years in pre-construction or project management for custom residential projects (luxury experience is a big plus)
Strong understanding of architectural, structural, civil, and interior design plans
Solid estimating and budgeting skills
Comfortable with Excel; experience with MS Project is a bonus
Procore is helpful but not required
Highly organized, detail-focused, and great with communication
Who You Are
Empathetic and client-focused
Trustworthy and dependable
Detail-driven with strong follow-through
Proactive, resourceful, and able to independently solve problems
A natural communicator professional, confident, and clear
A true teammate who contributes positively to culture
Supportive team with a strong sense of camaraderie
High autonomy and ownership of your work
Innovative, motivated team who values quality and balance
Mostly remote with regular in-person team meetups
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Pre-Construction Manager
Location:
Hybrid - DC Area
Compensation:
$100,000$120,000
About the Company Were partnering with a luxury custom home builder in the DC area known for creating architecturally stunning, highly personalized homes. Their clients are high-net-worth individuals who expect exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and a seamless experience.
This is a close-knit team that truly enjoys working together. They value integrity, creativity, and attention to detail and they look for people who are self-driven, collaborative, and genuinely care about their work. If you want to make a meaningful impact and be deeply involved in building extraordinary homes from day one, this is the place.
Role Summary As the Pre-Construction Manager, you’ll guide clients and project teams from the moment a project begins until its ready to break ground. You’ll organize the entire pre-construction process budgeting, design coordination, documentation, permitting, and client communication.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a high-touch, high-detail environment and enjoys collaborating with architects, designers, engineers, and clients.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the pre-construction process for multiple projects, with some post-construction support
Serve as primary contact for clients, architects, and consultants
Lead design and coordination meetings
Build and maintain project budgets and estimates
Issue RFPs, review subcontractor bids, and assist with proposals and contracts
Keep project files, plans, and decisions organized
Track schedules and milestones, ensuring all stakeholders know next steps
Track the permit process
Facilitate communication between clients, designers, and internal teams
Align design, scope, and budget
Collaborate with the Production Manager for a smooth handoff to construction
What you Bring
5+ years in pre-construction or project management for custom residential projects (luxury experience is a big plus)
Strong understanding of architectural, structural, civil, and interior design plans
Solid estimating and budgeting skills
Comfortable with Excel; experience with MS Project is a bonus
Procore is helpful but not required
Highly organized, detail-focused, and great with communication
Who You Are
Empathetic and client-focused
Trustworthy and dependable
Detail-driven with strong follow-through
Proactive, resourceful, and able to independently solve problems
A natural communicator professional, confident, and clear
A true teammate who contributes positively to culture
Supportive team with a strong sense of camaraderie
High autonomy and ownership of your work
Innovative, motivated team who values quality and balance
Mostly remote with regular in-person team meetups
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