Business Development & Preconstruction Manager

Lynchburg, VA

• On-site

Blair Construction

$55K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Do you enjoy turning drawings, specifications, and concepts into clear, competitive pricing that directly shapes which projects move forward and how they're built? We're looking for a Business Development & Preconstruction Manager who thrives on accuracy, analysis, and supporting strong preconstruction decisions. In this role, you'll work with perspective clients and prepare detailed estimates, coordinate with subcontractors, and help position projects for success before they ever break ground. If you enjoy precision and playing a critical role in winning work, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at Blair Construction and in our community.

What You Will Do

Develop relationships with new clients and businesses in the region

Work with potential commercial & industrial clients to help turn an idea for a building into a realistic plan

Review drawings, specifications, and addenda for commercial and industrial projects

Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work

Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals

Identify scope gaps, risks, alternates, and value-engineering opportunities

Assist with proposal narratives, scope clarifications, and estimate summaries

Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and leadership to align estimates with real-world means and methods

Maintain historical cost data, pricing trends, and unit cost libraries

Support smooth handoff from preconstruction to project execution teams

What You Bring

Required

3+ years of business development experience in commercial or industrial construction

3+ years of estimating experience in commercial or industrial construction

Strong ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings

Solid understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, and market pricing

Experience coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers during the bidding process

Proficiency with Excel and comfort using estimating or takeoff software

Clear, professional communication with internal teams and trade partners

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and integrity in cost evaluation

Even Better If You Have...

Experience estimating advanced manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, or other technically complex facilities

Familiarity with model-based quantities or Revit/BIM-supported estimating workflows

Existing relationships with local subcontractors and suppliers

Experience preparing conceptual or early-stage budgets

Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines with organized, steady execution

Why Choose Blair

Your work directly influences the projects Blair pursues and wins

Exposure to complex, high-value commercial and industrial facilities

A stable, family-owned company with long-term client relationships and steady backlog

A collaborative environment where preconstruction and operations work closely together

Leadership that values accuracy, clarity, and thoughtful decision-making

About Blair Construction

For more than a century, Blair Construction has shaped the region's commercial and industrial landscape through safe, high-quality, and technically complex projects. We're a family-owned company built on trust, long-term relationships, and collaborative teams who take pride in every project we deliver.