Senior Preconstruction Manager (Charlotte, NC - Hospitality/Casino)

AEC Alliance
Atlantic City, NJ

Senior Preconstruction Manager (Entertainment / Gaming / Hospitality)

Location: Charlotte, NC (Relocation Provided)


A nationally respected, fast-growing GC is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager to lead complex hospitality and gaming projects across the U.S. This is a front-end leadership role for someone with experience on casinos, luxury hotels, or large entertainment builds who wants a bigger voice in shaping projects.


This role is based in Charlotte, NC, with a full relocation package provided. The Carolinas are one of the fastest-growing regions in the country, with a strong and stable construction pipeline. Charlotte offers a high quality of life, lower cost of living, access to both mountains and beaches, and four true seasons without harsh winters or extreme heat.


The Role

  • Lead preconstruction efforts across entertainment, gaming, and hospitality projects
  • Drive budgets, GMPs, and cost strategy from concept through buyout
  • Partner directly with owners, architects, and design teams early in the process
  • Manage subcontractor outreach, bid coverage, and procurement strategy
  • Lead value engineering while maintaining design intent and project experience
  • Build and manage schedules in P6 across design, permitting, and precon phases
  • Mentor and develop a growing preconstruction team
  • Play a key role in client relationships and winning new work


What They’re Looking For

  • 8+ years in preconstruction / estimating within hospitality, gaming, or large commercial projects
  • Experience on casinos, resorts, luxury hotels, or entertainment-driven builds
  • Strong knowledge of building systems, cost drivers, and constructability
  • Proven ability to operate in a client-facing leadership role


Compensation

  • Highly competitive base salary + bonus
  • Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, PTO)
  • Relocation provided
  • Long-term leadership growth opps into Director/VP roles


If you’ve built high-end hospitality projects and are looking to step into a more strategic leadership role in a booming market, this is worth a conversation.


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