Preconstruction Manager

Founded in 2010, Centric has grown into one of Kansas City's most recognized general contractors and is active in its business, civic, and philanthropic communities. The company serves the workplace, retail, healthcare, institutional, industrial, hospitality, multi-family, and single-family residential markets, and has grown to 165 associates and $230 million in revenue from its home in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts District. Most importantly, Centric prides itself on helping make Kansas City a cooler place to live, work, and play by building our city and its stories...from the ground up.
Position Objective
The Preconstruction Manager is a key position for Centric in the cost estimating phase of the project and acts as the main point of contact for clients, subcontractors, suppliers vendors and architects during the preconstruction phase. This position will assist in developing project pricing and manage the solicitation, procurement and negotiation of new business.
Essential Job Functions
Operational Excellence in Preconstruction
Prepare negotiated and select bids that reflect realistic expectations for the requested work
Identify potential risks to the success of a project and mitigate them wherever possible
Identify creative and cost-effective methods of meeting project goals, often requiring “outside the box” thinking, insightful problem-solving, and innovative thinking
Utilize subcontractors that are financially, ethically, and operationally in the best interest of
Centric and Centric clients through the use of a pre-qualification process
Build strong working relationships with subcontractors, vendors, architects, and other external partners to ensure a positive reputation for Centric and to create a competitive advantage
Facilitate effective communication between the preconstruction and operations teams to guarantee a strong hand-off and identify ways the preconstruction team can help improve project execution in the field
Prepare quantity take-off for use in detailed estimates and scope reviews with subcontractors and vendors.
Creation of detailed scope sheets for use in evaluating subcontractor/supplier bids.
Client Consultation and New Business Development
Consult with clients to correctly determine not only the physical requirements of a project but also their vision and overall expectations for project delivery
Assist clients with the careful selection of materials, supplies, and vendors that match their vision and concept of the project
Participate in client presentations to engage potential clients in new work for Centric
Build and retain strong client relationships to facilitate successful projects and build new business opportunities
Supporting Job Functions
Attend local networking events to build the Centric brand and facilitate new business
Provide marketing assistance during proposal preparation
Qualifications and Requirements
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of (5-8) years of combined operations and estimating experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or and equivalent combination of education and construction experience
Valid driver’s license is required
Proficiency in navigating Microsoft Office suite
Familiarity with software such as Togal AI, Building Connected and Excel
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrates innovative problem solving that considers all facts and points of view on the issue to be resolved
Maintains composure and professionalism in difficult situations and effectively resolves conflicts.
Excellent communication skills, both in writing and face-to-face
Strong ability to build relationships and influence others into action
Able to develop strategies for improvement and develop supporting procedures to implement necessary changes
Exceptional ability to think operationally and identify the multiple teams, processes and deliverables that are required to execute a successful project
Embraces technology and is able to use it in ways that improve the client and team experience
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Superior Benefits Package
Unlimited PTO
100% Employee-owned!
One month Sabbatical after seven years of continuous service
Affordable, quality medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA with company match
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Company provided laptop and cell phone

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No