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About the Role

As a Pre-Construction Manager at Z Modular, you will coordinate all pre-construction activities to ensure projects move efficiently from design through site mobilization. This role requires strong project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with subcontractors, internal teams, and external partners. You will contribute to successful project delivery by establishing qualified trade networks, managing bidding processes, and preparing project information for seamless execution. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure all required information, materials, and subcontractor resources are aligned prior to groundbreaking. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, enjoys problem-solving, and excels in coordinating multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Develop a catalog of qualified subcontractors in each trade.
Pre-qualify subcontractors for efficient pricing.
Create and maintain a deep subcontractor list for each trade scope.
Manage the bid process through BuildingConnected and Procore platforms.
Conduct pre-construction meetings and walk-throughs with trades and site construction teams.
Update existing bid scopes and create new scopes for each product line and project site.
Review and scope trade bids, identifying variances and confirming accuracy.
Coordinate with design teams to finalize material lists and quantities.
Prioritize subcontractor buyout activities in partnership with site construction teams.
Collaborate with purchasing to secure long-term material pricing.
Maintain template subcontract agreements and consultant agreements.
Assist with preparing purchase orders, requisitions, and proposals.
Attend design, engineering, and AOC meetings to remain aligned with project requirements.
Lead project management calls with Z Modular personnel.
Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices.

Requirements

5+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
Ability to travel to Z Modular production and project sites across the U.S. (minimum twice per month, up to once per week as needed).
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced construction and manufacturing environment where upfront planning is essential.
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
Ability to meet all physical requirements, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 10 lbs., and performing work in a plant or construction environment.
Regular, full-time, predictable on-site attendance per posted schedule.

Skills

Project management
Attention to detail
Relationship building
Microsoft Office applications
Written communication
Verbal communication
Analytical abilities
Organizational abilities
Problem-solving abilities

Location

On-site at the appropriate Z Modular location

Work Type

On-site
Full-time

Experience Level

5+ years of commercial construction project management experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Building Science preferred

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
401(k) with Company Match
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance Program
Paid Vacation & Holidays
Employee Loyalty Awards
Low-cost, high-quality medical and dental coverage
Immediate vesting

About the Company

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877.
Proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.

Equal Opportunity

M/F/D/V