Pre- Construction Manager

Apex Systems • Chicago, IL • 2h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13467186

Job Description:

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Pre-Construction Manager leads complex pre-construction and infrastructure projects from site selection through design, permitting, and contract execution. This role owns scope, schedule, budget, and risk while coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and ready for successful construction handoff. This is a12-month contract positionwith thepotential for extension or conversionbased on performance and business need.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead pre-construction project delivery from site selection through

design completion, permitting, and contract execution

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including real

estate, WWDE, engineering, construction, architects, consultants, permitting agencies, developers, landlords, finance, and operations

Develop and manage project scope, budgets, schedules, forecasts, and

risk mitigation plans

Oversee professional service providers, including scope validation,

fee reviews, cost negotiation, and performance management

Partner with design teams to deliver site plans and floor plans that

meet design standards and operational requirements

Review and approve design and construction contracts, technical

exhibits, and site-specific deal structures

Evaluate environmental, noise, traffic, and other technical studies

impacting entitlement and permitting

Prepare and present clear project status, risk, and mitigation

updates to leadership and stakeholders

Identify project issues early and drive solutions through strong

communication and collaboration

TEAM PURPOSE & PROJECTS

This role supports the planning, entitlement, and delivery of new facilities while modernizing existing operational sites with enhanced infrastructure and technology. The Pre-Construction Manager operates independently within an assigned region, working closely with leadership and cross-functional partners to ensure permitted, on-time, and on-budget project handoff.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & COLLABORATION

Fast-paced and highly collaborative, spanning design review, permitting, bidding, and pre-construction support. The team includes designers, engineers, and project managers focused on delivering innovative and sustainable facilities. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement are essential.

TRAVEL

Up to 30-40% travel may be required. Visiting twice a month for 1 day during start of the project, subject to more days on site during the end of the project.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction

Management, or a related field

5+ years of experience in architecture, engineering, construction

management, or related disciplines (10+ preferred)

5+ years of project management experience from design through

implementation and operations

5+ years of experience negotiating construction, procurement, and

labor contracts

2+ years of program management experience

Demonstrated experience supporting permitting and entitlement

processes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Masters degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction

Management, or Business

Experience delivering large-scale projects in corporate or

enterprise environments

Background across multiple construction disciplines (Owners Rep, GC,

development, design, engineering)

Facilities management or infrastructure upgrade experience

Strong executive-level communication skills

Experience with project and collaboration tools such as Procore,

Smartsheet, Quicksight, or Quip

SUCCESS METRICS

-Delivery within approved scope, schedule, and budget

Effective risk identification and problem resolution

Ability to adapt quickly to new technology and workflows

Clear communication paired with actionable, solution-oriented

execution

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated\'s Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click

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