Lead Pre-Construction Manager, Transportation Infra

Kiewit; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a highly experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead preconstruction efforts for projects in Utah and Idaho. You will guide concept through execution, aligning with client goals, controlling costs, and ensuring constructability.

Located near Salt Lake City with willingness to travel, you will mentor estimators and coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to optimize designs and budgets. This role demands leadership and strong communication with clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in preconstruction or estimating, preferably CMGC, CMAR, PDB models.
• Proven experience in infrastructure such as transportation, water, wastewater.
• Strong understanding of self-perform construction and industrial project delivery.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., WinEst, Timberline, or similar).
• Ability to travel as needed for project and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction planning for projects.
• Develop and manage conceptual and detailed estimates using historical data, market trends, and cost metrics.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure design optimization and constructability.
• Drive value engineering initiatives to reduce cost and improve project outcomes.
• Manage and mentor a team of estimators and preconstruction professionals.
• Interface with clients to understand project goals and present preconstruction strategies and budgets.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers for pricing, scope alignment, and risk mitigation.
• Support proposal development and participate in win strategy sessions.
• Ensure compliance with Kiewit’s internal processes and industry best practices.
• Lead risk analysis and contingency planning during early project phases.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Estimating software

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

WinEst

Timberline

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a highly experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead preconstruction efforts for projects in Utah and Idaho. You will guide concept through execution, aligning with client goals, controlling costs, and ensuring constructability.

Located near Salt Lake City with willingness to travel, you will mentor estimators and coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to optimize designs and budgets. This role demands leadership and strong communication with clients.