Pre-Construction & Estimating Manager

Overview

Reporting to the VP of Construction, the Pre-Construction & Estimating Manager plays a critical role in the planning and execution of our multi-family construction projects. This position requires a highly organized and proactive individual with strong estimating and leadership skills and extensive experience in multi-family construction.

As the primary driver of our estimating and pre-construction function, you will lead pursuits from early budgeting and cost planning through to project handoff—developing accurate, constructible, and competitive proposals that position Aryze to win work and support long-term, sustainable growth.

All functions and responsibilities are performed in accordance with Aryze's values and beliefs.

Responsibilities

Estimating & Bid Preparation

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for projects, ensuring accuracy and alignment with client expectations
• Lead the development of competitive proposals and tender packages, driving the process from early strategy through to submission
• Provide support during the tender process, including managing bid queries, evaluating bids, and assisting during negotiation and award
• Identify scope changes between "issued for construction" drawings and "tender" package drawings
• Understand contract drawings and specifications in depth, ensuring construction scope documents accurately align with the issued set of documents
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering without compromising quality or functionality

Pre-Construction Management

• Support Senior Construction Management in coordinating all aspects of pre-construction, from initial planning and design through to construction start
• Coordinate closely with the Development Manager to ensure alignment with overall project goals and smooth transitions through project phases
• Develop and maintain project schedules, coordinating with stakeholders to ensure timely completion of all pre-construction activities
• Effectively hand off pre-construction projects to the project management team for execution, ensuring a smooth transition

Business Development & Relationships

• Support Business Development activities including proposal development, drawing review, value engineering, and pricing
• Communicate effectively and professionally with owners, architects, sub-trades, and clients to develop relationships and ensure repeat business

General

• Act in a Project Manager capacity on select Aryze projects, as required
• Participate in post-construction analysis after all costs are recorded
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, ensuring all records are accurate and up-to-date
• Perform other duties as requested and required.

Skills

• Strong estimating and cost planning skills, with a proven ability to produce accurate and competitive budgets
• Excellent budgeting, scheduling, and value engineering capabilities
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and project stakeholders
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (eg, G Suite, Autodesk, Smartsheet)
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple pre-construction projects simultaneously
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, building codes, and regulations

Qualifications

• Experience : Minimum of 5 years of experience in pre-construction project management or estimating role within the construction industry
• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field a plus but not required; class 5 driver’s license is a must

Education

Aryze supports career development and growth and will cover the cost of job-specific training, up to $1500 per year for approved programs. Additional funding will be provided on a case-by-case basis.

Compensation

Salary Range

$85,000 - $125,000

Employment offers will be determined by knowledge, experience and internal equity. Will consider a senior role, based on experience; benefits and bonus program offered after probation period.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment that embraces equity and promotes equal opportunities for all candidates. At Aryze, we recognize the value that people from different backgrounds, lived experiences and perspectives bring to our team, specifically when working within the realm of city-building.

We believe that diversity fuels innovation, creativity, success—and fundamentally—better cities for all citizens.