Preconstruction Lead: Estimating, Risk & Growth

mydpr; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction seeks a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead a team delivering accurate estimates, value engineering, and risk assessment for complex projects in Seattle. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and bid packages, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration with design, engineering, procurement, and operations to mitigate risks and drive successful project outcomes. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in construction management, engineering, architecture or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, project management, or related field.
• 1–2 years of managerial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads and develops a team of preconstruction professionals to achieve performance.
• Directs preparation and validation of project estimates, budgets and schedules.
• Coordinates with design, engineering and procurement for constructability reviews and value engineering.

Skills

Estimating

Value engineering

Risk assessment

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, a related field, or equivalent experience

Job description

DPR Construction seeks a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead a team delivering accurate estimates, value engineering, and risk assessment for complex projects in Seattle. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and bid packages, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration with design, engineering, procurement, and operations to mitigate risks and drive successful project outcomes. Strong leadership and communication are essential.