Preconstruction & Estimating Lead for Mission Critical

UPS Industrial Services, LLC.

Deer Park (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

UPS Industrial Services is seeking a Preconstruction / Estimating Manager to lead all preconstruction activities for complex industrial and mission-critical projects, from pursuit through mobilization. You will guide estimating, design management, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and client relations to deliver high-quality, on-time outcomes.

You will coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams, ensuring safety, compliance, and value engineering while

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
Minimum 7–10 years in construction management, preconstruction, estimating, or project management.
Minimum of 3 years of Mission Critical, Data Center, Semiconductor, Advanced Manufacturing, Petrochem, or Industrial Construction experience.

Responsibilities

Lead all preconstruction activities from project pursuit through construction mobilization.
Lead development of conceptual/front-end loading, schematic, design development, construction only, and detailed EPC estimates.
Manage estimating resources and oversee estimating deliverables.
Prepare and review reimbursable lump sum bids, and GMP estimates and proposals.
Develop and maintain historical cost databases, benchmarking information, and regional market pricing.
Prepare cost trend analyses, estimate comparisons, variance reports, and budget control reports.
Lead value engineering workshops and recommend cost-saving solutions while maintaining quality.
Support TVD and Lean Construction initiatives when applicable.
Manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and financial reporting.
Coordinate project startup, procurement, subcontractor buyout, and contract administration.
Manage subcontractor prequalification, bid evaluations, negotiations, and award recommendations.
Oversee schedule of values, chart of accounts, buyout logs, and project cost controls.
Ensure compliance with owner contracts and coordinate contract reviews with legal teams.
Manage project documentation, Action Item Lists, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, change orders, and closeout documentation.
Support planning of commissioning, turnover, and project closeout.
Coordinate with owners, engineers, and internal teams throughout design and construction.
Lead constructability reviews during each engineering/design phase.
Review drawings and specs for completeness and constructability.
Identify design conflicts and recommend alternative methods and VE opportunities.
Support BIM coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Participate in design coordination meetings and provide technical guidance during project development.
Develop and manage preconstruction and construction schedules.
Coordinate procurement schedules with project milestones.
Support planning and scheduling initiatives.
Monitor schedule progress and identify critical path impacts.
Coordinate estimating milestones with project execution schedules.
Build relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and partners.
Support Business Development during pursuits, client presentations, and proposals.
Respond to RFPs/RFQs and represent the company at industry events.
Lead, mentor, and develop estimating, engineering, and project management staff.
Recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations.
Foster collaboration across teams and promote continuous improvement.