Preconstruction Manager

Summary

Are you an expert vertical estimator who loves to create holistic, solid bids, going beyond face value to determine the full estimate of a project? Are you passionate about continuous improvement, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of excellence? If your answer is yes, let’s talk. Brothers Group, a fast-growing construction company focusing on ground-up commercial construction and tenant improvement projects, is recruiting for a Preconstruction Manager; Peoplr is excited to be leading this search.

In this role, you will lead the preconstruction department—overseeing estimating, scheduling, training, and the development of standards and best practices across all commercial project types. This role drives strategic alignment with company goals while partnering closely with Operations, Business Development, and Ownership to support growth, profitability, and market positioning. You will directly manage bid preparation activities, including conceptual estimating, subcontractor negotiations, value engineering, and proposal development, while fostering strong relationships with clients and design partners. Additionally, you will ensure accurate project planning by supporting cost control systems, schedule development, and continuous improvement across the preconstruction process.

This is a full-time, permanent position. The chosen candidate will work onsite out of the company’s headquarters in Jacksonville, FL.

About Brothers Group

Brothers Group Construction is a dynamic, family-owned construction company with its headquarters in Florida, and with licenses in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. They specialize in tenant improvements and ground-up new builds for nationwide clients, driven by an ambitious growth mission to scale operations and strengthen teams. Their culture blends a close-knit, supportive environment with a results-driven mindset, where wins are celebrated, and every project is delivered with precision and excellence. Joining Brother’s Group means being part of a company that values relationships, embraces growth, and is building not only structures but also a lasting legacy of success.

This position offers…

• Competitive pay ($110k-$160k base) and bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and 401(k)

Must Haves

• 10 years of experience in estimating, including at least 5 years of senior-level experience
• Expertise with GMP estimating, constructability, value engineering, and risk mitigation
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, put together quality bids, and create quantity takeoffs
• Proficiency with relevant software (e.g., Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar)
• Proven history preparing estimates for ground-up commercial construction and large-scale renovation projects
• Proficiency with flatwork and vertical estimating
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent

Nice-To-Haves

• Prior team or people leadership experience

About Peoplr

Peoplr is a national Human Resources consulting firm that delivers fractional HR solutions, recruiting services, and outplacement/career coaching services. Check us out at www.mypeoplr.com.

Peoplr is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, as Peoplr does not discriminate against an individual because of their race, color, religion, gender, sex (including same sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation), pregnancy, parental status, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sickle cell trait, genetic information and testing (including family medical history), AIDS/HIV status, source of income, political affiliation, military service, other non-merit based factor, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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