Preconstruction Manager - Water Solutions

Loenbro; Centennial (CO); In loco; USD 100.000 - 1.500.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m"

Descrizione del lavoro

Loenbro seeks a Preconstruction Manager to lead key client relationships and oversee opportunities from identification through award. You will coordinate with estimating, operations, business development, and marketing to craft proposals that win work, while aligning scope, risk, and constructability with project timelines.

The role requires strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills, willingness to travel, and a track record in municipal or industrial water/wastewater sectors.

Competenze

• 8+ years of experience in industrial or commercial construction through preconstruction, estimating, project management, or business development.
• 5+ years in municipal or industrial water/wastewater is required.
• Experience estimating or leading pursuits for water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, or lift stations.
• Working knowledge of electrical and controls scope on water projects: MCCs, medium-voltage gear, PLC/SCADA, duct bank, standby power.
• Public-sector procurement experience: prequalification, public bid, design-build, CMAR.

Mansioni

• Lead client relationships for assigned accounts and opportunities.
• Develop long-term client relationships with contractors, engineers, and industry partners.
• Identify opportunities through research, networking, and collaboration with teams.
• Lead preconstruction: scope alignment, risk, value engineering, constructability input.
• Manage opportunity lifecycle from identification to bid, award, and closeout using Salesforce.
• Develop win strategies and Go/No-Go processes.
• Lead RFP/RFQ processes and ensure proposals meet standards.
• Coordinate with estimating and operations to develop pricing.
• Oversee constructability reviews and staffing plans aligned with project schedules.
• Understand services offered and bring in SMEs when needed.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, presentations, and interviews.
• Collaborate with Regional Sales Director on regional plans and targets.
• Monitor client satisfaction and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate opportunity records in Salesforce.
• Represent Loenbro at events to strengthen industry presence.
• Uphold safety culture and company values.

Conoscenze

Client relationship management

Communication

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Results-oriented

Travel willingness

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business

Strumenti

Salesforce CRM

IIR (Industrial Info Resources)

Descrizione del lavoro

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Ourmarket spans all industries and our service offeringsinclude Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication.Our expertise lies in simplifying the complexand establishing long-standing relationships with ourpartners.We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

Job Summary

The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for managing strategic client relationships and overseeing project opportunities from initial identification through award or closeout. Operating under the seller/doer model, this role serves as the primary point of contact for clients within their assigned region and industry sectors. The Preconstruction Manager will collaborate closely with estimating, operations, business development, and marketing teams to deliver client-focused proposals and achieve regional and corporate sales goals.

This position requires strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills to ensure that client needs are met through proactive engagement and seamless coordination throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead client contact for assigned key accounts and project opportunities.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, general contractors, engineers, and industry partners.
• Identify project opportunities through research, networking, and collaboration with business development and marketing teams.
• Lead preconstruction efforts including scope alignment, risk identification, value engineering, and constructability input.
• Own and manage the opportunity lifecycle from project identification through bid, award, and closeout using Salesforce CRM.
• Responsible for developing and implementing win strategies and Go-No-Go process to determine which projects and clients to target.
• Lead the RFP/RFQ process and deliver to the client while meeting company standards and processes.
• Coordinate with estimating and operations teams to develop comprehensive proposals and ensure accurate project pricing.
• Lead constructability and schedule reviews and develop staffing/labor forecast plans in coordination with the clients project schedule.
• Gain a solid understanding of the services to be sold and represent that well to the client, bringing in subject matter experts when appropriate.
• Lead preconstruction efforts including scope alignment, risk identification, value engineering, and constructability input.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, client presentations, and interviews to support pursuit strategies.
• Work with the Regional Sales Director to execute regional business plans and achieve annual sales targets.
• Monitor client satisfaction and provide feedback to internal teams for continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of opportunities, client interactions, and project outcomes in Salesforce.
• Represent Loenbro at regional trade shows, association events, and client meetings to strengthen industry presence.
• Uphold Loenbro’s safety culture and actively support company initiatives and values.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• 8+ years of experience in industrial or commercial construction through preconstruction, estimating, project management, or business development areas, including at least [5] years in municipal or industrial water/wastewater.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes.
• Hands-on experience estimating or leading pursuits for water or wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, or lift stations.
• Working knowledge of the electrical and controls scope on water projects: MCCs, medium-voltage gear, PLC/SCADA, duct bank, and standby power.
• Experience with public-sector procurement: prequalification, public bid, design-build, and CMAR (construction manager at risk)
• Knowledge of estimating, bid development, and preconstruction processes.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence decisions and build trust.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel within the assigned region to meet with clients and internal teams.

Preferred:

• Experience using Salesforce CRM and familiarity with Industrial Info Resources (IIR) preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

• Indoor office setting with controlled temperature.

• Potential visits to outdoor industrial sites with exposure to weather extremes.

• Potential exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, or other environmental factors.

• Travel requirements:varies.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro’s Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Guided byCoreValues(LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence , Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you’re ready to be part of acompany that LEADS by:

• Living with Integrity

• Exceeding Expectations

• Acting with Urgency

• Delivering Excellence

we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Colorado Pay Range

$100,000—$1,500,000 USD