Pre- Construction Manager

Chicago, IL, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 7 hours ago
Full Time
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  • Project Delivery
  • Project Scoping
  • Risk Management
  • Management
  • Performance Management
  • Design Review
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Project Management
  • Negotiations
  • Procurement
  • Program Management
  • Construction Management
  • Facility Management
  • Budget
  • Problem Solving
  • Workflow
  • Communication
  • IT Service Management
  • Innovation
  • Collaboration
  • Recruiting
  • Insurance
  • Finance
  • Professional Development
  • Training
  • Leadership
  • CompTIA
  • Customer Service
  • Career Counseling
  • Oracle Application Express
  • Apex

Summary

Job#: 3033411

Job Description:

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Pre-Construction Manager leads complex pre-construction and infrastructure projects from site selection through design, permitting, and contract execution. This role owns scope, schedule, budget, and risk while coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and ready for successful construction handoff. This is a 12-month contract position with the potential for extension or conversion based on performance and business need.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead pre-construction project delivery from site selection through design completion, permitting, and contract execution
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including real estate, WWDE, engineering, construction, architects, consultants, permitting agencies, developers, landlords, finance, and operations
  • Develop and manage project scope, budgets, schedules, forecasts, and risk mitigation plans
  • Oversee professional service providers, including scope validation, fee reviews, cost negotiation, and performance management
  • Partner with design teams to deliver site plans and floor plans that meet design standards and operational requirements
  • Review and approve design and construction contracts, technical exhibits, and site-specific deal structures
  • Evaluate environmental, noise, traffic, and other technical studies impacting entitlement and permitting
  • Prepare and present clear project status, risk, and mitigation updates to leadership and stakeholders
  • Identify project issues early and drive solutions through strong communication and collaboration


TEAM PURPOSE & PROJECTS

This role supports the planning, entitlement, and delivery of new facilities while modernizing existing operational sites with enhanced infrastructure and technology. The Pre-Construction Manager operates independently within an assigned region, working closely with leadership and cross-functional partners to ensure permitted, on-time, and on-budget project handoff.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & COLLABORATION

Fast-paced and highly collaborative, spanning design review, permitting, bidding, and pre-construction support. The team includes designers, engineers, and project managers focused on delivering innovative and sustainable facilities. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement are essential.

TRAVEL

Up to 30-40% travel may be required. Visiting twice a month for 1 day during start of the project, subject to more days on site during the end of the project.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related disciplines (10+ preferred)
  • 5+ years of project management experience from design through implementation and operations
  • 5+ years of experience negotiating construction, procurement, and labor contracts
  • 2+ years of program management experience
  • Demonstrated experience supporting permitting and entitlement processes


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business
  • Experience delivering large-scale projects in corporate or enterprise environments
  • Background across multiple construction disciplines (Owner's Rep, development, design, engineering)
  • Facilities management or infrastructure upgrade experience
  • Strong executive-level communication skills
  • Experience with project and collaboration tools such as Procore, Smartsheet, Quicksight, or Quip


SUCCESS METRICS
  • Delivery within approved scope, schedule, and budget
  • Effective risk identification and problem resolution
  • Ability to adapt quickly to new technology and workflows
  • Clear communication paired with actionable, solution-oriented execution


Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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Company Info

About Apex Systems

Part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated, Apex Systems is a leading global technology services company specializing in customizable industry-specific solutions that drive better results and transform businesses for over 25 years.

Delivering Value and Innovation

Apex Systems partners with global and Fortune 500 companies, leveraging cutting-edge technology through strategic alliances to drive businesses forward. These proven solutions and services combined with our unique deployment model that builds qualified, industry specific, fit-for-purpose teams fulfills our clients’ digital visions and achieves results. Our agility and obsession with providing value enables us to support an ever-evolving digital world.

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