Preconstruction Manager - Building Group

Royal Electric; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Royal Electric is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating efforts for the Building Group in our Sacramento, CA office. You will guide estimators, help design and select system components, and coordinate with all bid-related teams to win projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 5+ years of related experience, strong communication, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach to managing multiple estimates and proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least 5+ years of related experience as a Project Manager or Preconstruction Manager, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience leading large estimates and coordinating bid packages across multiple disciplines.
• Strong communication skills, both in person and virtual, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage estimating process and timelines to meet objectives.
• Provide leadership and training for estimators from beginner to advanced levels.
• Assist with design and selection of system components.
• Review invitations to bid and assess project scope and resources.
• Coordinate with multiple teams during bidding to define scope and ensure timely proposals.
• Finalize estimator proposals, labor projections, and quarterly projections.
• Coordinate hand-off to project management after award and support during construction.
• Support business development through client presentations and scope reviews.

Skills

Lead large estimates

Preconstruction & estimating

Strong communication skills

Self-starter

MS Office & Excel

Estimating software

Team player

Independent worker

Prioritization & multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

On Screen Takeoff

Estimating software

Job description

Why Royal?

At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards achieving exceptional results.We believe in transforming the culture of construction, creating a space where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to support initiatives like "Breaking Barriers," showcasing the incredible contributions of women in our industry. Breaking Barriers: Women At Work Episode 1

We are able to sustain this through our linking values of expertise, collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty. These values support our core purpose; to build great relationships, one project at a time!

We believe in taking care of our team. From comprehensive wellness programs to continuous learning opportunities, we invest in your growth and well-being.

One Royal Culture Short Story

We have a current openingfor a Preconstruction Manager for our Building Group in our Sacramento, CA office.

Success in the position is achieved through the following duties & responsibilities:

• Manage estimating process and timelines to meet companyobjectives, both short- andlong-term.


• Provide leadership, direction, and training for all estimators; from beginners to seasonedestimators.


• Assistwith design andselectionof system components.


• Review all invitations to bid, assessing project scope and available documents, as well ascompanymanpower& work in progress, todeterminewhich projects Royal will accept forbidding.


• Oversee communication with all groups during the bidding process (ElectricalConstruction, Fire Alarm, Voice Data, Audio Visual, Security, Electrical Service) – to definescope of work for all involved, and to ensure timely completion of proposal submissionsto General Contractor / Construction Manager.


• Review andfinalizeEstimator and Senior Estimator project proposals and bid packages.


• Labor projections, monthly look-ahead assessments, and quarterly financialprojectionforall groups & scopes of work.


• Assistwith design andselectionof system components.


• Coordinate with Project Management for successful hand-off / transfer of awardedprojects and providing guidance during construction as needed.


• Participate in Business Development, client Presentations, and contractor Scope Reviews.


• Negotiateworkwith General Contractors, Construction Managers, Developers, andOwners.


• Complete budgets from Schematic Narrative phase to 100% CDphase;as well asDesign/Build and IPD projects.

Who you are:

• Safety Oriented - You are dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment, ensuring that both you and your team adhere to safety protocols on the jobsite.


• Focused - The small things matter to you. You bring a keen attention to detail.


• Relationship Builder - You work to build trust and relationships at all levels, cultivating collaboration, shared success, and mutual respect.


• Critical Thinker - You're willing to be innovative, challenge yourself, and try new things.


• Deadline Driven - You're prepared to put extra effort when it's needed to meet the deadlines that are critical to this industry.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least5+years of related experienceas a Project Manager or Preconstruction Manager, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to lead large estimates


• Passion for preconstruction and estimating


• Strong communicationskills both in person and virtual
  
• Strong work ethic and self-starter isa must


• Ability toutilizecomputers, and experienced with Microsoft Office, Excel, On Screen


• takeoff, other estimating software programs


• Willingness to learn new systems


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team


• Ability to work with limited instruction and implement successful action items


• Applicant must be proficient with conceptual, design assist, hard bid and self-perform


• estimating


• Results orientated with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities


• Must be detail oriented and technically sound withgood communicationskills

Salary Range

• $140,000/year - $180,000/year

• This is an exempt position

We offer competitive wages plus benefits and 401(k).

Royal is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Royal are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We utilize E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. E-Verify Link:http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Royal Electric is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

We promote a drug free workplace.

Health

• Health Care Plan (3 types of Medical plans, Discounted Dental & Orthodontist services for adults & children, Premium Vision Plan)


• Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k, Roth 401k).


• $50k Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)


• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays)


• Family Leave FMLA (Maternity & Paternity)


• Short Term & Long-Term Disability


• Pet Insurance


• Flex Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent care (Daycare children & elderly – work related), & Transit


• Pharmacy discounts


• KisxCard(Surgery & Imaging Program)


• Opportunity for tuition reimbursement

Wellness Resources

• Free telehealth


• Health Joy App


• Free peer coach support - (mental health, stress management, substance use, and suicidal ideation)


• CancerCARE1:1 Consulting and support with expert medical team


• Employee Assistance Support


• Hearing Aid discount plan


• Laser VisionCare discount plan

Learning & Development

• Safety training: Getting Everyone Home Safely


• Professional & Leadership Development Training


• Skill Development Training


• Mentorship Program


• On-The-Job & Classroom Training

Employee Referral Program:

We value referrals from our employees! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please refer them through our company’s referral program. Successful referrals can earn you an incentive!