Construction Preconstruction Manager (KC, MO area) in Merriam

Date Posted: Tuesday, July 1, 2025

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Construction Preconstruction Manager - (Kansas City, MO area)

BIG NEED NOW HIRING!!! One of the Kansas City regions top contractors, is looking for an experienced and client-focused Construction PreConstruction Manager with talent, initiative and drive to join their team and have a critical role their growing organization.  As a leader in the building industry, our client hires only the best of the best and provides them with outstanding opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team-oriented environment.  They pride themselves on retaining their people and winning projects that challenge each member to their full potential.  This is a well established firm that has maintained a commitment to success and increased the adoption of sustainable construction practices throughout the industry. MUST HAVE Commercial and Industrial Construction EXPERIENCE in local KC market!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR PRECONSTRUCTION MANAGER:

Oversee and review project plans, requirements and specifications

Demonstrated ability to coordinate and develop a large multi disciplinary estimate

Determine labor and equipment costs

Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing

Understand project logistics and project schedule

Understand all bid documents and assess project risks

Review quotes and estimates with the project team

Prepare estimates and different levels of completion (conceptual, schematic, DD, CD, etc.)

Orchestrate pre-construction duties and meeting with owners, clients and engineers

Serve as company interface between owner & architect

Responsible for developing leadership, motivation, and communication with owners, subs and project team

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PRECONSTRUCTION MANAGER:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or similar field, prefer 7+yrs exp. as an Estimator or in Preconstruction

Experience working on large multi-million dollar projects exceeding $25Million dollars

Advanced computer skills with estimating software

Effective presentation skills

Advanced Computer skills with MS Office

Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles

Understand all aspects of horizontal and infrastructure projects

Apply here or contact Bobby Gournoe at Bobby.Gournoe@gogpac.com or 605.277.4933 regarding this or any other position.

Companies: If your team needs any position(s) filled, I can also assist in presenting qualified talent for you. Reach out for consultation TODAY!

Bobby Gournoe
gpac | Director
Bobby.Gournoe@gogpac.com
C/T: 605.277.4933

Kansas City / Missouri / Kansas / Commercial and Industrial Construction / Preconstruction Manager / Starting Conversations Right Away / Now Hiring

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.