Preconstruction Manager - Public

In this role you will lead full-cycle bidding for ground-up and renovation projects, driving competitive hard bids for public and government work. You will oversee 1-2 high-value bids weekly and collaborate across internal and external teams to produce accurate, timely submissions. You'll analyze drawings, specs and RFPs to assemble comprehensive bid packages and mentor junior estimators while shaping bid strategy. This is a growth-focused position within a Maryland-based contractor that values leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

• healthcare benefits
• bonus
• PTO
• 401(k) match
• remote day per week
• competitive compensation

• Lead full-cycle bidding across all trades for ground-up and renovation projects
• Manage 1-2 bids per week, each valued between $25M-$100M
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure accurate, timely submissions
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and RFPs to develop comprehensive bid packages
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to strategic bid planning

• 8+ years of estimating experience in commercial or public construction
• 4+ years managing bids or preconstruction team members
• Proven success in public sector hard bids
• Strong understanding of all trade scopes and bid strategy
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• communication
• collaboration
• leadership
• estimating
• preconstruction
• bid strategy