Preconstruction & Product Manager (Estimating + Design)

Compensation

Salary: USD 50,000 - 75,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete preconstruction lifecycle from site plan adjustments for each lot to securing permit approvals.
• Coordinate the acquisition of plot plans and the redlining of construction drawings, ensuring plans are ready for build.
• Prepare comprehensive start packages to initiate construction.
• Submit and monitor building permits to prevent schedule delays.
• Create and uphold baseline budgets for every floor plan.
• Request, compare, and evaluate bids from trade partners.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs while preserving quality and design intent.
• Award scopes of work and issue detailed purchase orders.
• Maintain vendor pricing, scopes of work, contracts, and insurance documentation.
• Lead design selections for both spec and pre-sale homes.
• Develop cohesive interior and exterior design packages.
• Balance aesthetic appeal with cost targets and buyers' preferences.
• Develop and maintain option libraries linked to plans and elevations.
• Assess competing communities to stay aligned with market trends and positioning.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with trade partners.
• Communicate clearly through bidding and award stages.
• Hold vendors to defined pricing, scope, and performance expectations.

Requirements

• Experience in residential estimating, purchasing, or preconstruction.
• Strong understanding of construction plans, scopes, and sequencing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and moving parts simultaneously.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven.
• Strong communication skills with vendors and internal teams.
• A sharp eye for design and understanding of today’s buyer preferences.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What Success Looks Like

• Homes start on time with no permitting delays.
• Budgets are accurate and free of avoidable surprises.
• Trade partners are competitive, reliable, and aligned with project goals.
• Design selections are cohesive and enhance perceived value.
• Homes stand out against competitors in design and execution.

Why Join Us

• High ownership in shaping process and product outcomes.
• Opportunity to grow with a company scaling from 15 to 25 homes per year.
• Direct visibility and collaboration with leadership.
• Meaningful impact on building a stronger, more competitive homebuilding brand.