Preconstruction Manager
Iconica
Full-time
On-site
Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Now Hiring: Preconstruction Manager at Iconica
At Iconica, we take a collaborative approach to design and construction, bringing architecture, engineering, and construction together under one roof. We’re proud to offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where people can grow professionally while doing meaningful work. As a full-service firm, we focus on building strong relationships, thoughtful solutions, and successful outcomes—for our clients and our team.
We’re looking for an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll provide leadership on preconstruction efforts—partnering with our architecture, engineering, and construction teams to develop clear, accurate conceptual and hard bid estimates that support project success from the start.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications & Background:
To be considered, apply online at https://iconicacreates.com/careers.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Iconica has been recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace for the fourth consecutive year! From 2022 to 2025, we have proudly earned the Madison, WI Top Workplaces Award, presented by the Wisconsin State Journal.
At Iconica, we take a collaborative approach to design and construction, bringing architecture, engineering, and construction together under one roof. We’re proud to offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where people can grow professionally while doing meaningful work. As a full-service firm, we focus on building strong relationships, thoughtful solutions, and successful outcomes—for our clients and our team.
We’re looking for an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll provide leadership on preconstruction efforts—partnering with our architecture, engineering, and construction teams to develop clear, accurate conceptual and hard bid estimates that support project success from the start.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare conceptual, schematic, and design development budgets, as well as detailed hard bids.
- Partner with design teams to ensure cost-effective, constructible, and well-scheduled project solutions.
- Perform quantity takeoffs, labor estimates, and scope breakdowns.
- Compile and present well-documented, data-driven estimates.
- Maintain and manage subcontractor/vendor databases and prequalification processes.
- Assemble and present final estimates to clients and internal teams.
- Identify and assess project-specific risks, offering mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate closely with superintendents and project managers to ensure alignment with execution plans.
- Lead internal estimate review meetings.
- Support project managers during buyout and subcontractor selection, including pre-award meetings and negotiations.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, vendors, and stakeholders.
Qualifications & Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in conceptual and hard bid estimating, including purchasing responsibilities.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize across multiple projects.
- Solid understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and construction management tools, methods, and techniques (including Procore, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, and MS Access). Working knowledge of Revit (a plus).
- Proficiency with estimating software including On-Screen Takeoff, Pantera plan room, and Assemble.
- Comfortable working independently and within cross-disciplinary teams.
- Experience estimating mechanical, electrical or plumbing trade work (a plus).
To be considered, apply online at https://iconicacreates.com/careers.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Iconica has been recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace for the fourth consecutive year! From 2022 to 2025, we have proudly earned the Madison, WI Top Workplaces Award, presented by the Wisconsin State Journal.