Preconstruction Project Manager

@ AURORA CONTRACTORS LLC

Overview

The Preconstruction Project Manager is responsible for the success of the schedule, logistics, utilities, permitting, and other key elements for each project managed. The role involves close collaboration with Aurora Contractors LLC and clients to keep everyone informed of project progress.

Essential Functions

• Manage bid and project schedules, logistics plans, and safety integration.
• Coordinate with local utilities to secure necessary connections.
• Track and obtain project permits, schedule inspections, and ensure compliance.
• Support execution of master contracts and manage trade contractor distributions.
• Oversee general requirements setup, procurement activities, and financial reporting.
• Initiate project startups, mobilize efforts, and resolve procurement conflicts.
• Procure and oversee consultant services during pre-construction.
• Clarify proposal details and exclusions for accurate team comprehension.
• Review and distribute initial submittals for design and coordination.
• Develop and mentor direct reports for performance and skill advancement.

Appreciated Skills

• Proficiency in managing project schedules and logistics.
• Skilled in coordinating utilities, permits, and inspections.
• Experienced in contract execution, procurement, and financial reporting.
• Ability to oversee project startup, mobilization, and consultant services.
• Detail-oriented with strong proposal clarification skills.

A Day in the Life

A typical day involves working at Aurora Contractors LLC main office managing project schedules, logistics, utilities, and permitting. Team meetings with the Lead Estimator and project collaboration to ensure safety guideline compliance are common.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or related field (Master’s is a plus).
• 5+ years in preconstruction, estimating, procurement, or project management in construction.
• Experience in cost estimation, bid management, contract negotiation, and value engineering.
• Knowledge of local building codes, permitting processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience coordinating with design teams, trade contractors, and utility providers.

Additional Information

Managerial experience is preferred. The role requires strong communication, detail orientation, and the ability to multitask under deadlines. Full time, exempt position with potential occasional evening and weekend work.

Benefits

• Health, medical, dental, vision insurance and employer-funded HRA.
• Fitness incentives, Employee Assistance Plan, and discounted family benefits.
• 401K plan with employer match, ESOP, and various insurance options.
• Competitive PTO, paid sabbatical, and paid medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, and company events.

EEO/AAP Statement

Aurora Contractors LLC provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination in all employment practices.

Key skills/competency

Preconstruction, scheduling, permitting, logistics, procurement, compliance, safety, contract management, mentorship, communication.