Preconstruction Manager - (LSNA-TX)

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a driven Preconstruction Manager to support Life Science projects across North America. You will lead planning efforts, coordinate design, procurement, and construction teams, and drive sequencing, risk mitigation, and value-driven strategies for complex life science facilities.

The role requires 10+ years in construction management, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience managing construction projects in industrial/commercial facilities.
• Experience with preconstruction planning, scheduling and LEAN methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction planning deliverables and develop reports/presentations.
• Coordinate design, procurement and construction management inputs for execution planning.
• Develop mobilization, sequencing, and turnover strategies for projects.
• Perform constructability reviews across design phases and support modularization strategies.
• Assist with procurement strategies, bid packages, and risk mitigation.
• Maintain project metrics and dashboards for leadership review.

Skills

Project management

Preconstruction planning

Stakeholder collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Architecture

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

BIM360

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industry’s best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a driven and curious client-focused Preconstruction Manager to grow with our team.

As a Preconstruction Management Professional out of our Life Science North America (LSNA) group, you’ll have the chance to work on various Life Science projects throughout Jacob’s LSNA operation. You’ll work with the best Engineers and Project Managers in the business, as well as gain experience working directly on high impact projects. We want you to be empowered to deliver the boldest solutions to the challenges faced every day on construction projects.

In this position, you’ll ensure that construction projects, at some of the world’s largest life science manufacturer’s, are planned safely, within necessary timelines , within established budgets, and exceed the standards and expectations of our clients. A successful preconstruction manager carefully supports the preconstruction lead on developing plans and manages the execution of the project deliverables, communicates exceptionally well with the project team, and tirelessly works to mitigate or resolve project risks that threaten schedule, budget, safety, or quality. This role acts as the main liaison between the design, procurement, and construction management teams to ensure a construction lead approach is developed during design to help drive project success.

As a Preconstruction Manager, your duties will include the following:

• Support the preconstruction lead on various assigned tasks involved in preconstruction planning deliverables including developing reports and presentations
• Be a key contributor and knowledge base for the design and other team members.
• Lead advanced work planning efforts including strategy development and execution with design, procurement, and construction management teams to ensure efficient and timely flow of information
• Driving collaboration between various team members and stakeholders
• Develop mobilization plans and construction sequence strategies
• Support the development of turn over and commissioning strategies
• Lead constructability reviews during all phases of design.
• Support the development of modularization and prefabrication strategies
• Support estimate development and recommend various opportunities to optimize of provide value driven solutions.
• Develop subcontracting and procurement strategies in collaboration with the construction management and procurement teams.
• Support the procurement team with executing strategies for work packages including bid package development, evaluation, and pre-award alignment.
• Develop required at site (RAS) dates to equipment procurement planning.
• Support development of Level 1-3 project schedules during preconstruction
• Support the development of 4D visualizations
• Support the development of comprehensive site logistics plans include utility, offsite or other requirements.
• Coordinate with Jacobs safety, quality, project services, and technical services groups to ensure a comprehensive preconstruction planning process.
• Maintain risk registers and support development of mitigation plans.
• Provide any other support required to successfully execute the preconstruction phase
• Support the project as required as the preconstruction phase transitions into construction execution.
• Maintain various project metrics, dashboards and report for project leadership and stakeholders.
• Work to build a cooperative partnership between the client, contractor, and all stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of project issues and the overall success of the project.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, motivation and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in either Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent degree; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree
• 10+ years of experience in managing construction projects related to industrial and/or commercial facilities. Life Science construction experience is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of general construction activity sequencing and execution
• Experience with 3D modeling software and time physically present on active construction projects
• Experience with managing project or scope packages
• Experience with developing a project schedule including optimizing construction sequencing.
• Knowledge of Quality Control and Quality Assurance testing/reporting
• Knowledge of the commissioning and qualification process as it specifically relates to MEP systems
• Working knowledge and background in management of Project Controls and Procurement strategies and day-to-day management.
• Ability and willingness to travel to support project and client needs during planning, design, procurement, and construction phases. Travel requirements will vary based on project needs and may be up to 50% of working time, including extended periods at client sites, construction sites, fabrication facilities, and project offices throughout North America. Travel frequency may fluctuate based on project lifecycle and business demands.
• This position supports project teams and stakeholders located across multiple U.S. regions and time zones. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively within a hybrid environment, balancing remote work with in-person participation for project meetings, workshops, client engagements, design reviews, constructability reviews, and execution planning sessions as required. Flexibility to support meetings, deliverables, and project activities outside the candidate's local time zone is expected to accommodate project and client needs across North America.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Working knowledge of design and pre-construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, team building and client relationship building.
• Advanced knowledge of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) systems, architectural systems, clean room knowledge a plus, and general building construction & maintenance
• Knowledge and experience with implementation of LEAN strategies and technologies in project execution, including; Last Planner System (LPS), 5S Construction and off-site manufacturing (OSM) construction.
• Knowledge and familiarity with updating of project schedules from Level 1 thru Level 4 detail, include use and operation of scheduling software; Primavera (P6), MS Project or other.
• Working knowledge in construction project sequencing and ability to utilize 3D/4D technologies such as BIM360, REVIT or other.
• Knowledge and familiarity with updating of project schedules from level 1 thru Level 4 detail, include use and operation of scheduling software; Primavera (P6), MS Project or other.

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Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid). Supports Life Sciences projects throughout North America. Candidate may work remotely when project needs allow but must be available for in-person meetings, workshops, client engagements, and site assignments as required.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $144,600.00 to $245,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .