Pre-Construction Manager

Resume Required - Start Date ASAP

‍Ability to Commute: Ashland City, TN 37015 (Required)

Mesa is seeking our next skilled and driven team member! Based in Ashland City, we specialize in custom millwork and furniture for commercial spaces in Nashville, TN. Mesa is a young, growing company with a passion for the highly creative finish work in the growing city we love.

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Job Role ‍

The Pre-construction Manager supports the pre-construction and estimating process from initial project intake through project handoff to operations. This role assists with estimating, develops preliminary project timelines, manages material samples, and coordinates submittals in support of the Project Manager.

This position plays a key role in setting projects up for success by ensuring accurate pricing, clear timelines, and organized documentation before fabrication and installation begin.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a robust, multi-year background in millwork and custom fabrication and the ability to read architectural drawings, visualize assemblies, and understand wood and metal materials and finishes. This is a highly detail oriented position and will require the ability to self organize. Computer skills are required.

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Key Responsibilities

Estimating Support

• Assist in preparing project estimates, budgets, and bid packages

• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications

• Solicit and organize pricing from vendors and subcontractors

• Maintain clear and structured estimate breakdowns

• Support value engineering efforts and pricing alternates

Preconstruction Planning

• Build initial project timelines based on scope, lead times, and constraints

• Identify long-lead items and critical path components early

• Coordinate with internal teams to align fabrication and installation sequencing

• Flag potential risks or gaps in scope prior to project kickoff

Material Samples & Procurement

• Source, track, and manage material samples (wood, metal, finishes, hardware, etc.) both internally and externally.

• Coordinate sample requests with vendors and internal teams.

• Maintain organized sample logs and ensure timely delivery for review

• Assist in evaluating material options based on cost, availability, and quality

Submittals Coordination

• Support the Project Manager in developing and maintaining submittal logs and schedules

• Assist in tracking submittals through approval cycles (submitted, reviewed, approved, revisions)

• Help ensure submittal timelines align with project schedules and fabrication needs

• Maintain organized records of all submittal documents and revisions

Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with estimating, project management, and engineering teams

• Communicate with vendors and subcontractors during preconstruction

• Maintain clear, organized documentation across all preconstruction deliverables

• Support smooth handoff from preconstruction to project management and production

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Qualifications

• 4+ Years Experience in millwork, casework, metal fabrication, or commercial construction.

• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

• Deep understanding of wood and metal products along with finishes

• Strong communication and coordination skills

• Proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets; Procore and estimating software experience is a plus

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Preferred Background

• Fabrication or field installation experience (millwork or metalwork)

• Experience supporting estimating, submittals, or pre-construction workflows

• Understanding of material lead times and vendor coordination

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Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $60,000–$70,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications

• Profit Sharing

• Paid Time Off: 10 days per year after 90 day probationary period

• Holidays: 10 paid holidays annually

• Insurance: Mesa covers 50% of health insurance costs; dental and vision coverage available at the employee’s expense

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Work Schedule

• Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm

• Flexible time off options available

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Company-Wide Values

At Mesa, we are the optimistic glue in a challenging industry, solving complex ideas with practicality and creativity. We foster collaboration and mutual respect with clients and teammates, ensuring clarity in our roles and responsibilities. Mesa prioritizes safety, durability, and over-communication to deliver projects on time and within budget. Our team thrives on proactive problem-solving, boundary-setting, and maintaining strong client relationships.

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Start Date

ASAP

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