Preconstruction Manager I

Ryan Companies US Inc; Austin (TX); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Retirement and savings benefits

Flexible spending and health savings account

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Educational assistance

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee assistance and wellness programs

Parenting benefits

Employee discount programs

Pet insurance

Ryan Foundation charitable matching funds

Paid time for volunteer events

Descripción de la vacante

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is hiring a Preconstruction Manager I in Austin, Texas. This role is vital for developing accurate project estimates for construction projects ranging from $5M to $100M+, collaborating with project teams and stakeholders to ensure budget objectives and effective scope management.

Successful candidates will hold a 4-year degree in engineering, architecture, or management and possess 4–6 years of commercial construction experience. The position offers benefits including medical, dental, retirement savings, PTO, and educational assistance.

Formación

• 4–6 years of commercial construction experience.
• Ability to read and understand project plans.
• Strong listening, prioritizing, and valuing opinions of others.

Responsabilidades

• Develop conceptual and detailed estimates with project managers.
• Perform quantity take-offs of all construction systems.
• Create project estimates both individually and with a team.
• Support architectural and construction team with preconstruction expertise.

Conocimientos

Quantity take-off skills

Proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II

Microsoft Excel knowledge

Knowledge of construction means and methods

Educación

4-year engineering, architectural or management degree

Herramientas

Microsoft Excel

OST

Bluebeam

VICO

Navisworks

Revit

Descripción del empleo

Preconstruction Manager I at Ryan Companies US, Inc. in Austin responsible for developing accurate and timely project estimates for projects ranging from $5M to $100M+ using cost modeling, quantity take‑offs, value analysis, and historical cost data. Works collaboratively with project teams, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to support budget objectives, scope management, and preconstruction guidance through the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Work with project managers to develop conceptual and detailed estimates
• Perform quantity take‑offs of all construction systems
• Create project estimates individually and with a team
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for budgeting and bid proposals
• Scope and select subcontractors based on best value and project requirements
• Record final estimates and maintain cost history
• Create, track, and manage project scope
• Participate and review buyout and GMP estimates
• Create preconstruction schedules with project management and field personnel
• Support the development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction expertise (value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and project pursuits)
• Train cost engineers and project management staff
• Consistently achieve customer satisfaction and Raving Fan goals
• Review and provide feedback on project estimates created by the project managers
• Provide direction for understanding project scope, market pricing, and available resources
• Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets of types
• Perform cost modeling using Uniformat II system costs

Qualifications

• 4‑year engineering, architectural or management degree required
• 4–6 years of commercial construction experience
• Knowledge of construction means and methods and the ability to read and understand project plans
• Proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures
• Strong quantity take‑off skills with the ability to summarize data meaningfully
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of OST, Bluebeam, VICO, Navisworks, and Revit is a plus
• Knowledge of design‑build, CM at Risk, and best‑value processes
• Ability to teach skills and knowledge to others
• Strong listening, prioritizing, and valuing opinions of others

Eligibility

Position requires verification of employment eligibility to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Retirement and savings benefits
• Flexible spending and health savings account
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Educational assistance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Parenting benefits
• Employee discount programs
• Pet insurance
• Ryan Foundation charitable matching funds
• Paid time for volunteer events

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For information about your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, please refer to the EEO policy. If you require a disability accommodation during any phase of the application or hiring process, please email [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.