Preconstruction Manager – Data Center Projects

Scott Humphrey Corporation; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Scott Humphrey Corporation is hiring a Preconstruction Manager to guide strategy on data center construction projects across the U.S. This mid-senior level role requires expertise in estimating, client communication, and problem-solving. The successful candidate will enjoy competitive compensation, a leadership position in significant projects, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in estimating or preconstruction, ideally with data center or large-scale infrastructure experience.
• Strong command of takeoffs, scope reviews, and bid packaging.
• Excellent client communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preconstruction process from conceptual budgeting to final estimates.
• Interface with owners, design teams, and internal leadership to align project goals.
• Evaluate scopes for value engineering and constructability.

Skills

Client communication

Problem-solving

Budget precision

Job description

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Scott Humphrey Corporation provided pay range

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Scott Humphrey Corporation

Construction Recruitment Consultant | Mission Critical | Industrial | Commercial

Join a national builder at the forefront of mission-critical and advanced technology construction. With a culture rooted in collaboration and innovation, this firm is hiring a Preconstruction Manager to guide early-stage strategy on data center builds across the U.S.

This is a strategic, client-facing role ideal for professionals who bring technical knowledge, creative problem-solving, and budget precision to the front-end of complex projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preconstruction process from conceptual budgeting to final estimates
• Interface with owners, design teams, and internal leadership to align project goals
• Evaluate scopes for value engineering and constructability
• Develop pricing models, bid strategies, and risk assessments
• Support transition from preconstruction to construction with accurate turnover documentation

Qualifications:

• 7+ years in estimating or preconstruction, ideally with data center or large-scale infrastructure experience
• Strong command of takeoffs, scope reviews, and bid packaging
• Excellent client communication and presentation skills
• Ability to travel regularly for meetings, presentations, and project launches

What’s on Offer:

• Leadership role with visibility on high-profile national projects
• Competitive salary, bonus potential, and travel accommodations
• High-trust environment with resources to innovate and lead
• Long-term career growth in estimating, operations, or executive roles

Play a pivotal role in building tomorrow’s infrastructure—starting long before the shovel hits the ground.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Construction, Building Construction, and Real Estate

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Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

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