WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Proactive Communicator: You can lead complex conversations with grace, whether speaking with clients, consultants, or permitting officials.
• Master Organizer: You manage multiple deadlines, documents, and design partners with precision and a calm head.
• Builder’s Mindset: You understand the field, even though you’re focused on the front end. You see problems before they happen and solve them early.
• Client-First Approach: You’re empathetic and responsive, always seeking to deliver clarity, confidence, and value to the client experience.
• Strong Moral Compass: You operate with integrity, confidentiality, and trust in all that you do.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years of experience in residential construction or pre-construction management, ideally within high-end custom homes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint with a strong ability to manage and present complex budgets and documentation.
• Familiarity with Procore or similar project management platforms.
• Demonstrated track record of owning and executing pre-construction workflows.
• Strong understanding of local permitting and building processes.
• Must be able to commute daily to McLean, VA, and attend in-person meetings with clients and design professionals.

THE ROLE: PRE-CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

We’re looking for a Pre-Construction Project Manager to take ownership of our front-end project process - from concept through permitting, design coordination, and budgeting. This role bridges vision and execution, acting as the key connector between clients, design professionals, internal teams, and external consultants.
If you’re deeply organized, confident in client-facing conversations, and excited to manage the many moving parts before a shovel hits the ground, this is your seat at the table.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead and manage all pre-construction activities from early planning to permit-ready handoff, with light post-construction involvement.
• Own the creation and maintenance of budgets, estimates, and pre-construction schedules using Excel and Procore.
• Prepare and distribute key documentation - including specifications, buyouts, architectural and structural plans, and RFPs.
• Coordinate permitting applications, tracking submissions and ensuring timely approvals across jurisdictions.
• Facilitate all client and professional team meetings, including architects, engineers, interior designers, and landscape consultants.
• Act as liaison between the client and professional partners, ensuring alignment on design goals, scope, timelines, and budget.
• Assemble and review trade partner bids, identify scope gaps, and build out complete project budgets.
• Contribute to contract and proposal development alongside company leadership.
• Report directly to the Production Manager while maintaining cross-functional collaboration across departments.