Preconstruction Manager - Water/Wastewater

The Haskell Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Paid time off

Flexible work hours

Remote options

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a Preconstruction Manager for water/wastewater projects in Houston. The role involves managing preconstruction activities, developing budgets, and leading a team to ensure project success. Candidates should have a strong background in civil engineering and extensive estimating experience in the water/wastewater sector.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of estimating experience, preferably in water/wastewater construction.
• Experience in Water & Wastewater Construction required.

Responsibilities

• Leads the Preconstruction phase effort and coordinates with the Project Director.
• Develops and manages detailed estimates from conceptual to final design.
• Participates in design review meetings and leads the design team.

Skills

Estimating

Scheduling

Budget Control

Field Supervision

Financial Reporting

Client Relations

Communication

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management

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Overview

In this role, you will be responsible for all preconstruction activities on large volume water projects, including developing preliminary budgets, value engineering, preconstruction schedules, procurement plan, prequalification of subcontractors, detailed take-off and estimating, definition of bid package scopes, the subcontractor/supplier bidding process, evaluation of bids, presentation of detailed estimates of the work, evaluation of alternatives and comparative studies.

Job Responsibilities

1. Leads the Preconstruction phase effort and coordinates with the Project Director and Lead Estimator.
2. Develops and manages detailed estimates from conceptual to final design.
3. Participates in design review meetings, leading and directing the design team during Pre-Construction, monitoring scope, cost, and constructability during design development, and reviewing design options to recommend the best solutions based on cost, engineering quality, or material availability.
4. Leads the pricing strategy effort and ensures the proposal team is aligned on strategy and expectations.
5. Manages cost tracking during Preconstruction.
6. Leads and coordinates the Preconstruction Team.
7. Develops bid packages, manages subcontractor/vendor participation, bid levels, and evaluates market pricing.
8. Builds and maintains relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
9. Reviews proposal milestone dates and tracks progress, ensuring timely estimate completion and communication.
10. Handles pricing clarifications.
11. Leads estimate, constructability, and value engineering reviews.
12. Assists in developing the construction schedule.
13. Participates in developing responses to RFPs or RFQs.
14. Trains Preconstruction personnel.
15. Demonstrates success in managing preconstruction pursuits and support staff.
16. Presents information to clients as needed.
17. Maintains historical pricing information and participates in proposal interviews and presentations.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• At least 7 years of estimating experience, preferably in water/wastewater construction.

Knowledge, Skills, Certifications

• Experience in Water & Wastewater Construction.
• Skills in estimating, scheduling, budget control, field supervision, financial reporting, client relations, computer skills, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Proven success in managing construction projects/phases and support staff.
• Knowledge of bid practices, design-build, and CMAR delivery methods.

Benefits

Haskell offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, hospital indemnity, accident, and critical care plans, 401k with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, paid time off, holidays, professional development, flexible work hours, remote options, and more.

Physical Requirements

Ability to visit locations, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift 10-50 pounds, and use hand-eye coordination and dexterity. Must be able to sit, reach, talk, and hear.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as per ADA.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level; Employment type: Full-time; Industries: Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, Construction.