Front-End Development Manager

The Front-End Development Manager is responsible for leading all early-stage project execution at TetriX Modular, from initial client engagement through handoff to the Preconstruction and Operations teams. This role serves as the bridge between Business Development, client relationships, and preconstruction, ensuring that every opportunity is properly defined, structured, and positioned for successful execution. The position plays a critical role in translating client vision into clear project scope, preliminary budgets (ROMs), and executable strategies aligned with TetriX’s modular delivery model. This is a highly cross-functional role requiring strong client-facing skills, conceptual estimating ability, and a deep understanding of modular construction and affordable housing development., Front-End Project Leadership

• Serve as the primary internal lead from deal intake through preconstruction handoff
• Define project scope, delivery strategy, and high-level execution approach
• Drive clarity on project requirements, constraints, and assumptions early
• Ensure alignment between client expectations and TetriX capabilities

Business Development Support

• Partner directly with Justin on pursuit strategy, client meetings, and opportunity screening
• Support go/no-go decisions with early feasibility input
• Assist in proposals, presentations, and positioning TetriX’s modular value
• Build and maintain strong client and developer relationships

Client Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients during early project phases
• Lead discovery conversations to understand scope, budget, schedule, and goals
• Provide clear, proactive communication and build long-term trust
• Manage expectations around cost, schedule, and modular constraints

Feasibility, ROMs, and Early Pricing

• Lead development of initial ROM budgets and feasibility assessments
• Coordinate with internal estimating and modular partners as needed
• Validate assumptions, cost drivers, and risk factors early
• Identify gaps in scope and ensure complete project definition before handoff

Preconstruction Integration

• Transition projects cleanly into Preconstruction with complete scope and direction
• Ensure Precon teams start with accurate assumptions and defined scope
• Maintain involvement through early phases to ensure continuity
• Drive alignment between front-end commitments and downstream execution

Process Development

• Help standardize front-end workflows including:
• Feasibility studies
• Modular fit planning coordination
• ROM development
• Client intake and qualification
• Contribute to building a scalable front-end system for TetriX

Success Metrics

• Accuracy of initial ROMs vs. final budgets
• Win rate and conversion of opportunities
• Client satisfaction during early phases
• Reduction in scope gaps at preconstruction handoff
• Speed and clarity of front-end project definition

• 8-15 years in construction, preconstruction, and/or development
• Strong conceptual estimating and early-stage budgeting experience
• Experience in affordable housing, multifamily, or modular construction preferred
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and support business development
• Strong understanding of project scope development, scheduling, and cost drivers
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate in high ambiguity and build structure where it doesn’t exist