Pre-Construction Manager

Job Summary:

As a key member of our Pre- Construction Practice, you will collaborate closely with Preconstruction Managers, Project Managers, and AE (Architect/Engineer) partners to deliver consistent, high-quality cost and project support services.

You will be based in our Chennai, India office as part of a global extension of our US-based Preconstruction team, supporting multiple offices and project teams across the United States.

This role is positioned within a growing international capability center and will play a critical role in scaling our preconstruction and project delivery services. You will be empowered to build and lead a high-performing team that enhances efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness across multiple projects.

Education:

Master’s degree / Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or Similar Degree from Reputed Institution or University with Academic Excellence.

What You’ll Do

Team Leadership & Operations

• Build, lead, and mentor an overseas cost management and project support team
• Establish scalable processes, standards, and KPIs for estimating, cost analysis, and document control
• Manage team workload, utilization, and quality of deliverables across multiple concurrent US projects
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for team members
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Chennai team and US-based leadership
  
  
  

Cost Management & Estimating Support

• Develop and maintain conceptual, preliminary, and detailed estimates in support of US preconstruction teams
• Perform cost benchmarking, cost modeling, and comparative analysis across project phases
• Create and maintain cost databases, historical cost libraries, and unit rate benchmarks
• Support value engineering and cost optimization initiatives throughout design development
• Assist in review and validation of contractor bids and pricing proposals
  
  
  

Target Value Design & AE Collaboration

• Partner with AE teams and US preconstruction leaders to support Target Value Design (TVD) efforts
• Provide real-time cost feedback during design iterations to ensure alignment with project budgets
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative materials or systems
• Collaborate on constructability reviews and scope alignment with design intent
• Support milestone estimate updates (30/60/90 percent design phases)
  
  
  

Project Administration & Document Control

• Provide administrative support for RFI tracking and log management
• Support submittal tracking, review coordination, and status reporting
• Maintain procurement logs and bid tracking
• Maintain organized, accurate, and up-to-date project documentation
• Support reporting and dashboard development for project status, cost tracking, and workflows
  
  
  

Process Improvement & Technology

• Drive continuous improvement in estimating tools, workflows, and digital collaboration platforms
• Support implementation and optimization of systems such as Procore, Bluebeam, and estimating software
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and enhance efficiency through technology
  
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• 12+ years of experience in construction cost management, estimating, or preconstruction support
• Demonstrated experience building and leading teams in a global or offshore model preferred
• Strong background in cost estimating, cost analysis, and construction documentation processes
• Experience supporting US-based construction or industrial/manufacturing projects preferred
• Familiarity with RFI, submittal, and procurement workflows within major construction projects
• Experience working collaboratively with AE teams and understanding of design development processes
• Knowledge of Target Value Design (TVD) or value engineering methodologies preferred
• Proficiency with industry tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, Excel, and estimating platforms
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills