Preconstruction Manager - Building Group (Vertical Construction)

Kiewit; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Building Group, based in Omaha, NE, is seeking an Estimating Manager to lead complex cost estimates in excess of $30 million across commercial, education, sports, healthcare, mixed-use, housing and government projects. You will lead a team of estimators, drive win strategies, and present insights to executives and clients.

The role requires guiding multiple teams, assessing drawings and specifications, and shaping proposals while upholding Kiewit’s estimating standards and processes.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, civil engineering or similar.
• At least 10 years of preconstruction experience with Preconstruction Manager role.
• Ability to lead large estimates and multiple teams.
• Experience with InEight Estimate and other estimating software.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management/engineering

Tools

InEight Estimate

Excel

On Screen Takeoff

Estimating software

Job description

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Building Group is looking for a Estimating Manager that can lead various estimates in excess of $30 million for vertical buildings in the markets of commercial, education, sports, healthcare, mixed use, housing, government installations. Duties 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 and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services.

Location

This position will be based out of the Kiewit Headquarters in Omaha, NE.

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 work at the right price.
• Task management, strategies, resource leveling and estimate close out processes.
• Communicate and present a detailed estimate to executive management and clients
• Communicate and present estimates to clients.
• Analyze drawings and specifications to understand the scope of work
• Reviewing and assisting with proposals and other documentation to prepare cost estimates for various projects.
• Become proficient in Kiewit’s estimating program, “In Eight Estimate”.
• Provide leadership and strategy in subcontractor and vendor selection process.
• Implement and adhere to policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, civil engineering or similar related program required.
• At least 10 years of preconstruction experience required where you have been the Preconstruction Manager for at least half that time.
• Ability to lead large estimates and lead multiple teams.
• Passion for preconstruction and estimating.
• Strong communication skills both in person and virtual. Strong work ethic and self-starter is a must.
• Ability to utilize computers, and experienced with Microsoft Office, Excel, On Screen takeoff, other estimating software programs. Willingness to learn new systems. Kiewit utilizes a proprietary estimating program, "InEight Estimate".
• 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 with good communication skills.
• Interested in professional development and continued education.

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.

Benefits

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.