Job Description

Design & Preconstruction Coordinator

Design-Build Construction Firm

About the Role

We are a design-build construction firm seeking a Design & Preconstruction Coordinator to manage the front-end design and due diligence phase of our projects. This role is responsible for coordinating schematic design, building early-stage project budgets, managing architects and consultants, and serving as a point of contact for owners during preconstruction.

This position is ideal for someone with hands-on construction knowledge and emerging preconstruction skills who understands how early design decisions impact cost, schedule, and risk.

Key Responsibilities

Design Management (Schematic Design Phase)

Manage the Architect of Record during schematic design

Coordinate design schedules, deliverables, and owner feedback

Review schematic plans for constructability, scope clarity, and budget alignment

Ensure owner program requirements are clearly documented and incorporated

Budget Development

Develop schematic and conceptual project budgets with limited design information

Build budgets using historical data, unit pricing, and high-level takeoffs

Track design changes and update budgets accordingly

Identify major cost drivers, assumptions, and early risk items

Prepare clear, owner-facing budget summaries and narratives

(This role focuses on early-stage budgets and does not perform final trade-level estimating or buyout pricing.)

Owner & Consultant Coordination

Serve as a primary point of contact for owners during preconstruction

Assist in leading schematic design and budget meetings

Translate technical and cost information into clear, practical communication

Coordinate consultants and testing agencies

Due Diligence & Feasibility

Coordinate early due diligence activities, including:

o

Geotechnical investigations and soil testing

o

Civil feasibility and site constraint reviews

o

Utility coordination and fire flow testing

o

Mechanical inspections of existing buildings

o

LiDAR scans and existing-conditions documentation

Track findings and compile concise summaries to inform design and budget decisions

Internal Coordination

Identify early design, site, and cost risks and elevate them to leadership

Support the transition from schematic design into design development

Maintain organized project documentation, assumptions, and decision logs

Qualifications

Required

2-6 years of experience in construction, preconstruction, estimating, architecture, or engineering

Working knowledge of building systems, sitework, and construction processes

Ability to build conceptual budgets with limited information

Strong organizational and communication skills

Comfortable interacting with owners, architects, and consultants

Preferred

Experience with design-build delivery

Exposure to schematic design or preconstruction budgeting

Proficiency with Excel, Bluebeam, or similar tools

Licensure is not required.

Compensation & Growth

Salary range: $60,000-$70,000, based on experience

Clear growth path into Preconstruction Manager, Design Manager, or Project Manager roles

Opportunity to take on increased responsibility as skills and experience grow

Why Join Us

Direct involvement in shaping projects from concept to construction

Exposure to both design and construction decision-making

A collaborative, team-oriented environment

Long-term growth opportunity within a design-build firm

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Location: [Your Location]

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are a growing design-build construction firm seeking a Design & Preconstruction Coordinator to lead the front-end design and preconstruction effort on our projects. This role manages schematic design, builds early-stage project budgets, coordinates architects and consultants, and supports owner relationships during preconstruction.

This position is ideal for someone with experience in both construction and design coordination who wants to grow into a senior preconstruction or project management role.

What You'll Do

Design Coordination

Manage the Architect of Record through schematic design

Coordinate design schedules, deliverables, and owner feedback

Review schematic plans for constructability, scope clarity, and cost alignment

Preconstruction Budgeting

Develop conceptual and schematic-level budgets with limited design information

Build budgets using historical cost data, unit pricing, and high-level takeoffs

Track design changes and update budgets as scope evolves

Identify major cost drivers, assumptions, and early project risks

Prepare owner-friendly budget summaries and narratives

(This role focuses on early-stage budgeting, not final trade-level estimating or buyout.)

Owner & Consultant Coordination

Serve as a point of contact for owners during preconstruction

Assist in leading design and budget meetings

Coordinate architects, engineers, and third-party consultants

Due Diligence & Feasibility

Coordinate early due diligence activities including:

o

Geotechnical investigations and soil testing

o

Civil feasibility and site constraint reviews

o

Utility coordination and fire flow testing

o

Mechanical inspections of existing buildings

o

LiDAR scans and existing-conditions documentation

Compile findings into clear summaries to inform design and budget decisions

Internal Collaboration

Identify early design, site, and cost risks and elevate them internally

Support the transition from schematic design into design development

Maintain organized project documentation and decision logs

What We're Looking For

Required

2-6 years of experience in construction, preconstruction, estimating, architecture, or engineering

Working knowledge of building systems, sitework, construction processes, and design workflows

Experience developing conceptual budgets or cost models

Strong communication and organizational skills

Comfortable working directly with owners, architects, and consultants

Preferred

Experience in a design-build environment

Experience working with churches

Familiarity with schematic design workflows

Proficiency with Excel, Bluebeam, and Procore

Professional licensure is not required.

Compensation & Growth

Clear growth path into Preconstruction Manager, Design Manager, or Project Manager roles

Increased responsibility and compensation as skills and accuracy improve

Why Join Us

Hands-on involvement from concept through construction

Exposure to real decision-making, not just paperwork

Collaborative team with strong leadership support

Long-term growth opportunity in a design-build firm

This Job Is:

A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

A "Fair Chance" job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)

Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Daniels & Daniels Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.

Job Location: Broken Arrow, OK

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location: In person