Senior Data Center Preconstruction Lead

SNIPEBRIDGE; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SNIPEBRIDGE is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead early project planning for data center projects in the United States. You will work across estimating, design coordination, procurement, scheduling, and constructability to turn concepts into executable delivery plans that protect cost, schedule, quality, and operations.

You will build conceptual estimates, detailed budgets, milestone schedules, and long-lead equipment plans while coordinating input from owners, architects, engineers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field.
• 7+ years of commercial preconstruction, estimating, or project planning experience.
• Experience with data centers or mission-critical facilities preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, construction sequencing, procurement, and cost drivers.
• Proficiency with estimating, scheduling, document-management, and takeoff platforms.
• Ability to communicate clearly with technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction planning from concept through design development and buyout.
• Build conceptual estimates, budgets, cost plans, and value-analysis options.
• Develop milestone schedules, procurement strategies, bid packages, and long-lead plans.
• Facilitate design reviews, constructability reviews, and scope-alignment meetings.
• Coordinate input from owners, architects, engineers, trade partners, and commissioning teams.
• Evaluate subcontractor proposals, identify scope gaps, and support award recommendations.
• Track design decisions, risk items, and budget movement.
• Support project turnover from preconstruction to field delivery.

Skills

Preconstruction planning

Budget & cost control

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Scheduling tools

Takeoff platforms

Document-management systems

Job description

SNIPEBRIDGE is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead early project planning for data center projects in the United States. You will work across estimating, design coordination, procurement, scheduling, and constructability to turn concepts into executable delivery plans that protect cost, schedule, quality, and operations.

You will build conceptual estimates, detailed budgets, milestone schedules, and long-lead equipment plans while coordinating input from owners, architects, engineers, and