Preconstruction Manager - Building Group

Kiewit; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Building Group is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimates exceeding $30 million for vertical building projects across government, healthcare, and commercial markets. The role requires directing a team of estimators, developing win strategies, and presenting cost data to executives and clients.

Based in Westlake, TX, the position involves analyzing drawings, coordinating with subcontractors, and guiding proposal preparation.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, or other engineering disciplines.
• At least 10 years of estimating experience.
• Ability to lead estimates and multiple teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of estimators and engineers in pursuits requiring large-scale cost estimates.
• Present detailed estimates to executive management and clients.
• Analyze drawings and specifications to define scope of work.
• Review proposals and assist with cost plans and value management.
• Develop and implement win strategies and ensure estimates are accurate.

Skills

Team leadership

Estimating

Reading drawings

Education

Undergraduate degree in construction management/engineering

Tools

InEight Estimate

Job description

Requisition ID: 181846

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group

Department: Estimating

Market: Building

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Building Group is looking for an Preconstruction Manager that can lead various estimates in excess of $30 million for vertical buildings in the markets of commercial, education, sports, mixed use, multifamily, with main focus areas in government and healthcare installations. Duties will include but are not limited to leading a team of estimators, participating in, and implementing win strategies, presenting estimates to executive management and clients, reading and interpreting documents, solicitating subcontractors, analyzing drawings and specifications, value management, reviewing and assisting with proposals, and other duties as required to prepare cost estimates/proposals for various types of work (including self-perform

District Overview

Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail, and special-use facilities. Contracting models include firm fixed price, RSMeans based Coefficients, CMGC, design-build, progressive design build, and IPD.

Location

This position will be based out of our Regional office in Westlake, TX. Some travel will be required for pursuits in other geographical regions and offices.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of estimators and engineers in pursuits to get the work at the right price.
• Task management, strategies, resource leveling, and estimate close out processes.
• Communicating and presenting detailed estimates to executive management and clients.
• Analyzing drawings and specifications to understand the scope of the work.
• Reviewing and assisting with proposals and other documentation to prepare cost estimates.
• Become proficient in Kiewit’s estimating program, “InEight Estimate”.
• Provide leadership and strategy in subcontractor and vendor selection process.
• Implement and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, or other engineering disciplines.
• At least 10 years of estimating experience required
• Ability to lead estimates and multiple teams.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

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Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: Kiewit