Senior Pre-Construction Manager - Mission Critical

ZipRecruiter; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Sr. Pre-Construction Manager responsible for overseeing preconstruction services and ensuring successful project delivery. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in estimating and project management, excellent leadership skills, and the capability to navigate complex project environments.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Bonus program

Comprehensive benefits

401K with match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of estimating or project management experience in construction.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills; data center experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full preconstruction process including estimating and scheduling.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and support business development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational Skills

Problem Analysis

Construction Knowledge

Estimating Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Bluebeam

BIM

Job description

The Weitz Company is hiring a Sr. Pre-Construction Manager in either Des Moines, IA, Phoenix, AZ, or Virginia. This individual will be on the Mission Critical team.

The Senior Preconstruction Manager is responsible for providing outstanding customer service and setting up medium-sized to large complex projects for success through successful delivery of the preconstruction services. He or she provides value to our customers by leading the entire project team, predicting cost and schedule, being an advocate for our owners, and transitioning preconstruction services to operations as construction starts. He or she will oversee and lead all assigned internal employees and direct reports. The Preconstruction Manager reports directly to the Preconstruction Director.

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with offices throughout the United States. We value our employees as our most valuable asset and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You'll Do:

• Build, nurture, and maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, and partners to support business development and repeat work.
• Support RFP responses, proposal development, and interview preparation with tailored schedules, scopes, and sales materials.
• Lead and manage the full preconstruction process including estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews, and value analysis.
• Provide accurate conceptual and detailed estimates, including feasibility studies, cost comparisons, and subcontractor engagement.
• Oversee and communicate progress at each design phase; ensure deliverables align with scope, budget, and client goals.
• Identify and mitigate project risks through analysis of contract, market conditions, and scope elements.
• Integrate sustainability and technology strategies (BIM, LEED, Lean) to enhance project delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments to ensure timely input and alignment across all preconstruction activities.
• Prepare, update, and maintain preconstruction and construction schedules; proactively address potential delays or cost impacts.
• Ensure smooth transition from preconstruction to construction, participating in handoff, reporting, and operations meetings.
• Lead client presentations and communicate confidently on building systems, estimates, logistics, and value engineering.
• Stay current with construction trends, materials, regulations, and best practices to improve service delivery.
• Support subcontractor/vendor prequalification and coordinate specialty cost inputs (insurance, bonds, taxes, permits, etc.).

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: Minimum of 6 years of estimating and/or project management construction experience; experience in a fast-paced environment; proven leadership and mentoring skills; strong data center experience is preferred.
• Skills: Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills; ability to analyze systems and costs; business acumen and relationship building; strong presentation skills; solid construction knowledge and estimating skills.
• Technology: Experience with Microsoft Office, Apple products, and systems like Procore, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, WinEst, SureTrak, Prolog, BIM, and JDE; training provided.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay, bonus program, comprehensive benefits including HSA and FSA, employer-paid insurance, paid time off, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, voluntary insurance options, wellness program.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. No phone calls or emails please.

Weitz Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of protected categories. Background checks are required where applicable. Privacy Notice.

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