Preconstruction Manager (Nashville)

Preconstruction / Design Manager Our client is a nationally recognized, general contractor known for delivering complex, large-scale projects across commercial, aviation, healthcare, mission critical, infrastructure and advanced technology markets. With a longstanding reputation for safety, innovation, quality and operational excellence, the company provides integrated services spanning preconstruction, construction management and facility operations. Their teams are known for collaborative project delivery, cutting-edge construction technology and a strong commitment to developing industry-leading talent They are looking for Preconstruction / Design Manager for their Nashville location.

The Preconstruction / Design Manager is a leader, integrator, and communicator responsible for aligning project design, cost, schedule, and execution strategy from early pursuit and preconstruction through transition into construction. This role serves as a bridge between owners, owner’s representatives, design partners, estimating teams, and operations. The position blends design management, estimating, and project management responsibilities with a strong emphasis on owner communication, risk management, and decision support.

Design Management & Coordination • Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams from conceptual design through construction documents. • Manage design schedules, deliverables, and coordination milestones. • Facilitate design reviews focused on constructability, scope clarity, and risk mitigation. • Ensure design intent, quality, and approved decisions are incorporated into documents. • Coordinate BIM integration and design documentation requirements. Preconstruction & Estimating Integration • Partner with estimating teams on conceptual estimates, design-build pricing, GMP development, and cost validation. • Understand CSI and Uniformat structures to ensure scope completeness. • Identify and communicate cost, scope, and constructability risks. • Support bid package strategy and early trade partner engagement. • Clearly communicate estimate scope, assumptions, and pricing to owners. Project Management & Schedule Alignment • Develop and manage design and preconstruction schedules aligned with overall project milestones. • Integrate design deliverables with procurement and construction needs. • Identify execution risks and lead resolution strategies. • Support development of early execution and logistics plans.

Owner & Owner’s Representative Communication • Serve as a primary point of contact during design and preconstruction. • Lead owner meetings focused on design progress, cost, risk, and decisions. • Translate technical, cost, and schedule data into clear guidance. • Build trust through transparency, responsiveness, and follow-through. Transition to Construction • Ensure clarity of design intent, assumptions, and risks during handoff. • Support seamless transition into construction execution. • Remain engaged post-award as needed to support early execution. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field. • 8+ years of experience spanning design management, estimating, preconstruction, or project management. • Strong understanding of design documentation, estimating processes, and construction execution. • Proven ability to communicate with owners, designers, and internal teams. • Strong leadership, organizational, and risk-management skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.