Industrial/Mechanical Preconstruction Lead – BIM & Estimating

The Weitz Company; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus program

Comprehensive benefits with HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Generous PTO

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Wellness program

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking an Industrial/Mechanical Preconstruction Manager in Des Moines, IA. You will lead preconstruction efforts, coordinate with trades, and drive cost and schedule predictions to set up projects for success.

You will oversee estimation accuracy, participate in leadership decisions, and mentor team members while aligning with company values and project profitability goals. This role requires travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Eight (8) years of extensive estimating and/or project management experience in industrial-related construction.
• Strong abilities in communication, leadership, and mentoring with a value-added approach.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of estimating, scheduling, strategy and communication throughout the preconstruction process.
• Coordinate building systems and schedules with trade partners and design/build teams for budget and safety.
• Make timely decisions and escalate risks to leadership as needed.
• Drive standardization of operating practices and reporting across business units.
• Collaborate to ensure profitable project handoffs with complete documentation.
• Understand client needs, logistics, and LEAN/BIM utilization for project efficiency.
• Establish positive relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors; lead preconstruction meetings.
• Adhere to company policies and participate in travel as required.

Skills

Independent judgment

Business acumen

Client relations

Negotiation

Decision-making

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Team leadership

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Timberline Estimating

Job description

The Weitz Company is seeking an Industrial/Mechanical Preconstruction Manager in Des Moines, IA. You will lead preconstruction efforts, coordinate with trades, and drive cost and schedule predictions to set up projects for success.

You will oversee estimation accuracy, participate in leadership decisions, and mentor team members while aligning with company values and project profitability goals. This role requires travel as needed.