Preconstruction Manager - Civil Construction

Location: Houston
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Preconstruction Manager – Civil Construction Location: Houston, TX We are seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join a growing team in the Houston area. The ideal candidate will bring strong estimating, business development, and sales experience in civil construction, with a deep understanding of concrete, earthworks, and underground utilities. This individual will play a key role in building our project pipeline, strengthening client relationships, and helping the company for long-term success. Responsibilities • Lead all preconstruction efforts including client engagement, proposal development, and estimating • Identify, pursue, and secure civil construction opportunities in the Houston market • Prepare conceptual and detailed estimates for site development, concrete, utilities, and related scopes • Coordinate with operations teams to ensure smooth project transitions from preconstruction to execution • Develop and maintain relationships with local developers, engineers, inspectors, and municipal authorities • Keep current with local codes, permitting requirements, and market pricing • Represent the company at industry events and maintain a positive reputation in the community Qualifications • 7 years of experience in civil construction with a focus on preconstruction, business development, and estimating • Strong knowledge of local market conditions in Houston, including key players, inspectors, and regulations • Proven ability to bring or develop a book of business and client network • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills • Proficiency in estimating software and reading civil plans and specifications • Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment If you are a motivated and well-connected Preconstruction professional in the Houston civil market, we want to hear from you. Apply Today! You can confidentially contact Mark Jeffree at mark.jeffree@gogpac.com with questions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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