Residential Pre-Production Manager at Confidential in Chadds Ford, PA

Pre-Construction Manager

Residential Construction | Design-Build | West Chester, PA

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead and manage the pre-construction process for an established and growing residential design-build company specializing in custom homes, high-end remodeling, and renovations.

This is a hands-on management role responsible for overseeing projects from design and initial planning through estimating, budgeting, permitting, scheduling, and final handoff to the production team.

The ideal candidate combines strong residential construction knowledge with leadership, organizational, and project management skills. This individual will take ownership of the pre-construction function, coordinate internal teams, and ensure projects are fully prepared for successful construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all pre-construction activities across multiple residential construction projects.
• Lead estimating, budgeting, scope development, and pre-construction planning.
• Coordinate the work of estimators, designers, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Review architectural drawings, construction specifications, and project budgets for accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee permitting, approvals, material selections, and project schedules.
• Identify and resolve potential construction challenges, budget concerns, and scheduling conflicts before production begins.
• Manage subcontractor bids, vendor pricing, and material lead times.
• Establish priorities, assign responsibilities, and ensure project deadlines are met.
• Develop and improve internal processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and profitability.
• Lead pre-construction meetings and maintain clear communication between design, sales, and production teams.
• Oversee the transition of projects into construction, ensuring complete documentation, accurate budgets, and clear expectations.
• Work directly with senior leadership on operational improvements, resource planning, and department performance.

Qualifications

• Strong background in residential construction, custom homes, high-end remodeling, or design-build.
• Experience in pre-construction management, estimating, project management, or construction operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage people, projects, budgets, and deadlines.
• Thorough understanding of residential construction methods, materials, estimating, and scheduling.
• Ability to interpret architectural plans, construction drawings, and specifications.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, permitting, and pre-construction activities.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with construction estimating and project management software preferred.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a hands-on construction manager who can take ownership of the pre-construction process and ensure projects are properly planned, accurately estimated, and ready for construction.

The right individual will be proactive, organized, and comfortable managing multiple projects while coordinating people, budgets, and schedules.

This person should have the confidence to make decisions, hold team members accountable, improve processes, and collaborate effectively with senior leadership.

Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing residential design-build company in a key management position.

The company offers competitive compensation, long-term career stability, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on operational efficiency, project profitability, and continued growth.

Location: West Chester, PA Area

Pay: $80,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person