Summit Search Group has been retained by our client to recruit a Pre-Construction Manager, a critical role within a growing custom residential construction business. 

This is a highly influential position, ideal for a construction professional who thrives on precision, planning, and collaboration, and who enjoys shaping projects before they break ground.

About the Company

Our client is an integrated design-build firm, self-performing key trades such as concrete and framing. With a focus on craftsmanship, transparency, and client satisfaction, they have built a strong reputation for delivering high-end custom homes throughout the region. Their integrated approach allows for greater control, efficiency, and accountability across every phase of

construction.

The Role

Working closely with the design team, this role takes projects once the design intent is established and owns all costing, allowances, procurement strategy, and vendor selection through to handoff. The ideal candidate brings strong residential construction knowledge, sound judgment around timelines and materials, and the ability to put practical controls in place as the business grows. Experience with Buildertrend is considered a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all pre-construction activities once design intent is established
• Develop detailed project budgets, including accurate costing, allowances, and contingencies
• Establish procurement strategies and lead vendor and subcontractor selection
• Coordinate closely with design, estimating, and construction teams to ensure alignment
• Prepare and manage pre-construction schedules and milestone timelines
• Conduct constructability reviews and identify risks prior to project kickoff
• Ensure scope clarity and readiness prior to handoff to the construction team
• Support value engineering initiatives while maintaining quality and design intent
• Maintain strong documentation and controls to support a growing business
• Participate in client meetings as required to support confidence and clarity

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in residential construction, pre-construction, estimating, or project planning
• Strong understanding of custom home construction methods, materials, and sequencing
• Proven experience developing detailed budgets, scopes, and procurement plans
• Sound judgment related to timelines, materials, and trade coordination
• Proficiency with construction management software; Buildertrend experience is a strong asset
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Core Values

Our client operates with a strong foundation built on Credibility, Communication, and Excellence. As the Pre-Construction Manager, you will play a key role in upholding these values:

• Credibility – Delivering accurate, reliable planning and cost control
• Communication – Ensuring alignment between design, construction, and leadership
• Excellence – Setting projects up for success through thoughtful preparation and discipline

This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact, front-end leadership role within a respected custom homebuilder. If you are detail-driven, solutions-oriented, and passionate about building projects the right way from the start, we want to hear from you.

For more information, or to submit your resume, please reach out to Gail Eckert at Summit Search Group, gail.eckert@summitsearchgroup.com

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