Senior Preconstruction Manager Commercial Interiors
A well-established and growing commercial interiors construction firm is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager to lead preconstruction efforts on complex interior build-outs and renovations across corporate, healthcare, life sciences, higher education, and commercial office environments.
Senior Preconstruction Manager Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the full preconstruction process for commercial interiors projects from concept through GMP
- Oversee budgeting, estimating, value engineering, and cost modeling for interior renovations and build-outs
- Develop conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates using market data and historical cost analysis
- Review drawings and specifications to identify scope gaps, constructability issues, and cost risks
- Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and internal operations teams to align scope, schedule, and budget
- Assist in schedule development and milestone tracking during preconstruction
- Prepare detailed trade scopes, bid packages, and subcontractor leveling
- Provide strategic guidance on interior systems, finishes, phasing, and occupied-space construction
- Mentor junior estimators and support continuous improvement of preconstruction processes
Senior Preconstruction Manager Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in commercial interiors construction
- Strong background in preconstruction, estimating, and project delivery
- Proven experience with corporate interiors, healthcare interiors, life sciences, or higher-ed projects
- Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
- Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred (experience considered in lieu)
Why Join This Team:
- Industry-respected commercial interiors contractor with a strong project pipeline
- Collaborative, relationship-driven culture with long-term leadership opportunities
- Exposure to high-profile, technically complex interior projects
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Emphasis on work-life balance and career advancement
Apply online or submit your resume to hannah.behrens@gogpac.com Call or text (605) 601-5546 for a confidential conversation
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.