CLOUDHQ - Pre-Construction Manager

Pre-Construction Manager
Ashburn 

Who We Are

Our purpose at CloudHQ is to provide flexible, efficient, and resilient data center solutions to businesses of all sizes. Our growing organization was founded by the pioneer of data center REITs. CloudHQ has state-of-the-art data center sites located on two Northern Virginia campuses, as well as London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, and São Paulo, and we anticipate exponential growth over the next several years both in the US and abroad.

What The Role Entails

The Preconstruction Manager will oversee the preconstruction phase of CloudHQ’s Data Center projects, ensuring projects are well-defined, accurately estimated, and prepared for a smooth transition to construction. This role requires close collaboration with development and construction teams to provide guidance on cost estimation, budget forecasting, constructability, and contract negotiations, focusing on cost efficiency and speed to market. As the primary liaison and communicator for preconstruction activities, the manager will represent CHQ’s development department internally and externally, leading interactions with general contractors and design teams.

What You Will Get to Do

• Coordinate and develop project budgets, handle take-offs, and negotiate contracts.
• Collaborate with design and construction teams to coordinate design schedules to align with procurement needs and review project documents for constructability.
• Support the sales team in responding to client RFPs and evaluate design and construction methods for cost optimization.
• Prepare bid packages, evaluate proposals, and manage the preconstruction budgeting and procurement process throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build partnerships with architects, engineers, contractors, and local municipalities.
• Generate management reports and liaise on project meetings between CHQ and design/construction teams.
• Champion CHQ initiatives and develop innovative solutions to streamline processes.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and promote a safe working environment.
• Uphold and promote the core values of CloudHQ.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

What You Bring to The Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Development, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in complex commercial development or construction management, with a preference for data center expertise.
• Technical knowledge in building mechanical or electrical systems; experience with general contractors or subcontractors is a plus.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with expertise in project planning, budgeting, and cost estimation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel, and strong quantitative skills for budget management.
• Ability to analyze project specifications and conduct quantity take-offs.
• Knowledge of value engineering and cost-saving strategies.
• Experience with construction contracts, bid documents, and RFP development.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to guide teams and engage external audiences.
• Innovative and adaptable, comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrates strong ownership of tasks and responsibilities, following through from start to finish with minimal oversight. Takes initiative to identify and solve problems, ensuring high standards of accuracy and completeness in all work.
• Upholds strong moral principles in all professional interactions. Makes decisions based on what is right, not what is easy, and can be trusted to act in the best interest of the organization and its stakeholders. All candidates chosen for consideration must submit to and pass background checks.
• Ability to travel to sites as needed, along with a willingness to respond to project needs during emergencies and work extended hours.  

What We Offer

CloudHQ’s people and culture are the most enriching aspects that make us a great place to work. We are strengthened by industry experts who bring extensive knowledge, skill, and experience; leaders who bring vision, innovation and commitment to our people; and an expanding team of individuals who believe in that vision and bring their best to support their customers and team.

Our employees enjoy competitive compensation and rewarding incentives, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability), 401(k) with match, 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, development opportunities, and the ability to closely impact and contribute to the growth of an exceptional organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CloudHQ is an equal employee opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.