Preconstruction Manager, Data Center Innovations

McKinstry; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 94,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Profit-sharing plan

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, prescription, dental, and vis

Parental leave

Commuter benefits

Learning and advancement via McKinstry

Wellness programs

Job summary

McKinstry is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to join the Data Center Innovations division in Portland, OR. You will lead preconstruction efforts, oversee budgets, and coordinate with project managers through design, estimating and permitting phases.

Requires a relevant degree and 5–7 years in project management or construction, plus strong scheduling and estimating skills. This role emphasizes collaboration, client communication and delivering accurate budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering or equivalent work experience required.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in project management, engineering, or construction is required.
• Proficient with scheduling software: Microsoft Project, Primavera and/or Suretrak required.
• Completed OSHA 10 class is required.
• Experience on large data center projects is required.
• PE, CPM, LEED professional designations are preferred, but not required.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook are required.
• Basic estimating skills required.
• RCDD, CPM professional designation is preferred.
• Proficient with construction financial programs and software preferred.
• Demonstrates an understanding of accounting and financial management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own all conceptual estimates for majors’ new construction (mechanical).
• Manage budget and risk for a portfolio of projects before construction begins.
• During design and estimating phase, manage design, budget, and risk.
• Partner with Project Managers to assure smooth transition from preconstruction to construction.
• Protect gross margin potential on all projects.
• Support sales with conceptual mechanical budgets and scope letters.
• Deliver and manage estimates/budgets and participate in department betterment goals.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Preconstruction

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Suretrak

Job description

McKinstry is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to join the Data Center Innovations division in Portland, OR. You will lead preconstruction efforts, oversee budgets, and coordinate with project managers through design, estimating and permitting phases.

Requires a relevant degree and 5–7 years in project management or construction, plus strong scheduling and estimating skills. This role emphasizes collaboration, client communication and delivering accurate budgets.