Senior Pre-Construction Manager - Owner /Development

1171399
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    New York, Mid-town
  • Profession

    Construction
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    $175,000 - $225,000 + Full Benefits
  • Closing date

    10 Feb 2026

Senior Pre-Construction Manager - International Owner /Developer - NYC

Your new company

I’m partnered with an owner /developer holding an international portfolio of residential, industrial, office, and hospitality real estate spanning Dubai, London, Korea, and hubs across major US cities including Boston, NYC, San-Fran, South Florida, DC and Dallas with over $50Bn in assets under management.

Their US portfolio includes over 11M sq.ft. of real estate, including 23 properties and counting. The business has been operational for more than 35 years, consisting of Property Management, RE Development, and Design and Construction all in-house.

Your new role

They are seeking a Senior Pre-construction Manager to join the Development and Construction team focusing on ground-up development projects in the New York City and New Jersey markets. This position will report directly to the Vice President of Development and Construction.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Support the VP of Development and Construction on assigned projects within the portfolio.
  • Take ownership of assigned workstreams and drive progress with minimal supervision.
  • Represent ownership throughout all project phases, serving as liaison among the design team, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication.
  • Resolve conflicts diplomatically to maintain project momentum while fostering strong vendor and partner relationships.
  • Manage project budgets, including hard and soft costs, contingencies, and cash flow forecasting.
  • Review and approve change orders, requisitions, invoices, and billing documents to ensure accuracy and cost control.
  • Track Construction Manager contingency usage, project allowances, and maintain transparency in project financials.
  • Collaborate with leadership to establish, enforce, and refine project controls, policies, and procedures that align with departmental standards.
  • Develop and regularly update master project schedules using project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
  • Monitor progress against milestones, assess contractor updates, and proactively identify and mitigate schedule risks.
  • Track and manage project action items and issues throughout the life cycle to ensure timely resolution.
  • Review submittals and mark up construction documents to ensure adherence to ownership standards.
  • Conduct regular site inspections to verify quality, compliance, and adherence to project specifications.
  • Manage the punch list process to confirm workmanship and resolve deficiencies before final acceptance.
  • Oversee project closeout procedures, including warranties, final documentation, and lessons learned tracking.
  • Utilize project management platforms (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, MS Project) to track progress, manage documentation, and collaborate effectively.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date project records and reports ensuring transparency across stakeholders.
  • Leverage data analytics to identify performance trends, forecast potential issues, and support data-driven decision-making.
  • Document and update Lessons Learned across projects to promote continuous improvement.
  • Manage relationships with municipalities, regulatory agencies, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
  • Ensure timely acquisition of all required permits, approvals, and inspections to maintain compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
  • Oversee the FF&E procurement process, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project budgets and design intent.
  • Collaborate with procurement and design teams to resolve issues and streamline coordination across vendors.
  • Be available for evening and weekend work during critical project phases to maintain progress and meet milestones.

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate for this position will have 8+ years’ experience in the construction industry focused across core and shell, ground-up developments specific to mixed-use development of high-rise towers in excess of 50 stories. 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.

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