Pre-Construction Manager - Affordable Housing

Pre-Construction Manager - Affordable Housing - Bronx, NY

Your new company

I am partnered with an Owner | Developer based out of the Bronx, NY specializing in developing sustainable, affordable, multifamily developments. It owns and manages in excess of 3 million sq feet of Real Estate here in NYC, prioritizing community development and quality of life for residents.

Their construction division operates across their own development operations in addition to bidding for third party work, acting as a contractor. Coming into 2026, they have a pipeline of 5 projects, all new construction ground-up developments in excess of 17 stories with the largest valued at $190M.

Your new role

They are seeking a Pre-construction Manager to join the Development and Construction team focusing on ground-up development projects across New York City. This position will report directly to the SVP of Development and Construction.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serve as the main point of contact for all aspects of development and construction projects within the assigned portfolio.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the owner, design team, contractors, and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment while providing data-driven recommendations on key decisions.
• Establish and enforce project controls, policies, and protocols to keep the project on track with the owner's objectives
• Develop and manage the project budget, including hard costs, soft costs, and contingencies, while tracking and forecasting cash flow to ensure financial stability.
• Control costs by reviewing change orders, monitoring variances, identifying savings opportunities, and conducting value engineering assessments to optimize expenses without compromising quality.
• Develop and maintain the master schedule, track progress against milestones, assess contractor updates, and mitigate risks to ensure timely project completion.
• Assist in negotiating contracts, monitoring contractor performance, and ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions
• Manage the bidding and procurement process, ensuring fair competition and provide award recommendations to the operations and execution team
• Identify and evaluate project risks, develop contingency plans, and manage claims to minimize financial, safety, and schedule impacts.
• Ensure compliance with project standards, conduct site inspections, and manage the punch list process to verify workmanship and resolve deficiencies before final acceptance
• Maintain accurate project records, provide regular progress reports, and manage closeout procedures, including warranties and final documentation.
• Manage relationships with municipalities, regulatory agencies, and local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ) to ensure timely acquisition of all necessary permits and approvals
• Collaborate with the owner's expediting team to develop a permitting approach and action plan for each project.
• Utilize project management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, MS Project) to track progress, manage documentation, and collaborate with stakeholders
• Leverage data analytics to identify trends, forecast issues, and support informed decision-making
• Represent and protect the owner's financial and operational interests throughout the project lifecycle, providing strategic guidance to support informed decisions on scope, cost, and quality.
• Resolve conflicts diplomatically to maintain project momentum while fostering strong relationships with existing vendors and cultivating new partnerships that align with integrated team goals.
• Lead coordination of tenant improvement (TI) fit-out design and construction activities and guide the A/E team through conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documentation phases
• Provide strategic input to senior leadership on project status, risks, and opportunities

What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate for this position will have 5+ years' experience in the construction industry focused across core and shell, ground-up developments specific to mixed-use development of mid/ high-rise towers in excess of 15 stories, specific to affordable/ low-income housing and NYCHA works.

The individual will have a complete understanding of the construction lifecycle from initial design through project delivery and an understanding of both Estimating and Project Management functions.

You will hold a construction / Engineering or Architecture degree and have project experience managing work to $100M+. The ideal candidate will also have experience with the following software: Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, MS Project.

What you'll get in return

Our client has a very competitive compensation and benefits package including an annual performance bonus twice annually, medical, dental, vision and 401K plans including an employer match and a generous PTO package.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click "apply now" to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume, or call Callum Hewitt on the details provided. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your next move.