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Preconstruction Manager at George Allen Construction Company Preconstruction Manager at George Allen Construction Company in Mokena, Illinois Posted in 4 days ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
About Us:
George Allen Construction is a premier construction firm specializing in both commercial construction and railroad construction projects. With over 45+ years of business, our company has built a great reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable solutions to our clients. We are growing quickly and continue to expand our network of trusted trade partners to deliver best-value projects for repeat clients.
Responsibilities:
Lead post-award subcontract buyout: scope leveling, issuing LOIs/subcontracts, tracking alternates, and delivering complete award packages to PM/Ops. Negotiate pricing, terms, schedule commitments, and risk transfer items (insurance, bonding, safety, QA/QC). Build and manage bid lists; run trade partner outreach, bid invites, pre-bids, RFIs, and proposal collection. Support RFP scheduling in MS Project with milestone schedules and clear sequencing logic. Maintain buyout logs, procurement metrics, and improve templates/tools (Procore, Bluebeam, BuildingConnected/PlanHub, ERP).
Qualifications:
3-7 years with a GC or trade partner in procurement/estimating/buyout. Strong subcontract buyout and commercial negotiation experience across multiple trades. Proficient in MS Project and interpreting plans/specs/addenda. Working knowledge of subcontract risk/compliance requirements. Clear communicator, organized, and effective in fast-paced, multi-project environments. Degree in CM/Engineering/Supply Chain preferred (or equivalent experience).
Why Join Us:
Competitive pay plus performance bonuses.
Full benefits:
health/dental/vision, 401(k) match, PTO, holidays. Stable company with major growth potential and 90%+ repeat clients. Learn alongside an experienced team with 1,000+ years of combined expertise. George Allen Construction Company is a diverse, equal-opportunity employer. We are looking for motivated, proactive professionals who value integrity, trust, and knowledge. Applicants must be organized, able to prioritize, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. If this position interests you, please email your resume and salary expectations.