Preconstruction Manager — Pursuit Strategy & Bid Leadership

FlatironDragados; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

401(k)/RRSP plan

Health and dental coverage

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FlatironDragados in Jersey City, NJ, seeks a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to guide pursuits from bidding through early design, coordinating estimators, BD and project teams to secure successful outcomes.

You will translate complex design and cost data into actionable strategies, manage client expectations, and lead partnering agreements while ensuring adherence to budgets and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years construction industry experience related to project pursuits.
• Alternative delivery experience.
• Ability to identify and interpret risk strategies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages project pursuits with proposal manager, lead estimator and project sponsor.
• Collaborates with Business Development to identify opportunities and submit proposals within budgets and timelines.
• Develops pursuit timelines and ensures data and documentation are submitted.
• Reviews design schedules to identify cost savings and alternative methods.
• Works with design managers to develop technical solutions.
• Develops client management strategy and manages owner expectations.
• Works with engineers and estimators to develop budgets and final bid price.
• Supports hand-off between bid and construction teams and manages client relations early in construction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Partnering

Team collaboration

Cost estimating

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

FlatironDragados in Jersey City, NJ, seeks a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to guide pursuits from bidding through early design, coordinating estimators, BD and project teams to secure successful outcomes.

You will translate complex design and cost data into actionable strategies, manage client expectations, and lead partnering agreements while ensuring adherence to budgets and deadlines.