Pre-Construction Manager

Pre-Construction Manager
Waterton Construction
Location: McKinney, Texas
In-Office | Full-Time

About Waterton Construction

Waterton Construction is a premier Texas-based hardscape and outdoor construction firm delivering complex exterior projects with a strong focus on craftsmanship, organization, and disciplined execution. Our success is built on experienced leaders who take pride in building well-planned projects, maintaining strong partnerships, and delivering work the right way.

As our project volume continues to grow, we are expanding our preconstruction leadership to strengthen estimating accuracy, vendor alignment, and project planning. The Pre-Construction Manager will play a key role in supporting our operations team and partnering closely with executive leadership to ensure projects are set up for success from the earliest stages.

Learn more at: https://watertonconstruction.com/

Position Overview

As Pre-Construction Manager, you will lead the preconstruction function, ensuring estimates are accurate, processes are efficient, vendors are aligned, and projects transition seamlessly into operations. Your leadership will directly influence project profitability, client experience, and team performance.

This is a full-time, in-office leadership position working closely with operations and executive leadership to drive collaboration and project success.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of two estimators and a preconstruction assistant
• Assign and prioritize bid opportunities to ensure deadlines and department goals are met
• Review estimates and proposals prior to executive margin review
• Foster accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement within the team

Estimating & Preconstruction Oversight

• Ensure all estimates are complete, accurate, and aligned with scope and project objectives
• Manage multiple projects and pursuits simultaneously while maintaining high standards
• Facilitate scope reviews and handoff meetings to support smooth project transitions

Process Improvement & Operational Systems

• Develop and optimize workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Monitor market pricing trends and communicate impacts across teams
• Support inventory coordination and maintain reliable cost data

Vendor & Procurement Leadership

• Build strong partnerships with suppliers and trade partners
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery expectations
• Lead purchasing strategies and oversee issuance of purchase orders and subcontracts

Client & Design Collaboration

• Partner with clients, architects, engineers, and consultants to align scope, budget, and expectations
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, and documentation throughout preconstruction
• Represent Waterton Construction with professionalism and responsiveness

Communication & Reporting

• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on pipeline status, risks, and opportunities
• Maintain clear communication across departments to support alignment and decision-making

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in construction estimating, preconstruction, or project management
• Minimum 3+ years of leadership experience managing and developing team members
• Strong understanding of construction pricing, procurement, and project workflows
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Positive, solutions-focused mindset aligned with company values

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely estimates supporting strong project margins
• Efficient, scalable preconstruction processes
• Strong vendor relationships delivering reliable pricing and performance
• Seamless transition from preconstruction to operations
• High-performing, engaged team

Compensation

• Competitive compensation, based on experience and responsibility
• Benefits and growth opportunities will be discussed during the interview process

Why Join Waterton Construction

• Manageable workload with realistic expectations
• Quality-focused company that values craftsmanship and professionalism
• Stable, growing Texas firm with long-term opportunity
• Clear leadership structure and support

If you're ready to lead, build strong systems, and shape projects from the earliest stages, we encourage you to apply.