Senior Preconstruction Engineer

Skansk; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Bonus program

401k

Employee ownership program

Job summary

Skanska is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Engineer to support cost estimating and take-offs on Healthcare, Higher Ed, Aviation, Adaptive Reuse, and seismic retrofit projects. The role emphasizes timely, accurate preconstruction work under supervision.

The position requires 3+ years in industry and in preconstruction or estimating, a Bachelor's degree, and demonstrated experience with estimating software. Skanska emphasizes inclusive culture and strong rewards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years full time relevant industry experience.
• 3+ years in a preconstruction or estimating role with GC or trade partner.
• 1+ year demonstrated experience with commercial construction estimating and estimating software.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with minimum seven years prior relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support preconstruction leaders in developing quantity take-off and cost estimates.
• Assist with lump-sum bidding and other preconstruction services.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to meet deadlines and accurate planning.

Skills

Preconstruction estimating

Quantity take-off

Bidding

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering / Architecture / Construction Management

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Skanska is searching for a dynamic Senior Preconstruction Engineer. This is a great opportunity to develop a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.

Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.

Skanska's values—Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.

The Senior Preconstruction Engineer works with and supports the Preconstruction leaders in development of quantity take-off, cost estimates, lump sum bidding, and other preconstruction services to ensure Skanska is completing our services accurately, timely and cost effectively. This position will work on Healthcare, Higher Ed, Aviation, Adaptive Reuse, and seismic retrofit projects. The position works under direct supervision, performs daily estimating and planning activities and disseminates information applicable to the planning efforts. The Senior Preconstruction Engineer must be able to meet critical deadlines, accurately obtain quantities for building components, proactively communicate and build relationships with subcontractors, and have the ability to work as part of a team.

Senior Preconstruction Engineer Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years full time relevant industry experience
• 3+ years of experience in a precon or estimating position with a general contractor or trade partner
• 1+ year demonstrated experience with commercial construction estimating and estimating software applications
• Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or equivalent/applicable degree or equivalent experience and minimum 7 years prior relevant experience

Currently, the company is not considering applicants for this position who now or in the future require employment sponsorship by the company.

Our Investment in you:

• We believe thatBenefitsshould connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation andBenefitssummary on our careers site for more details.
• As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there’s a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
• At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we’re committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
• We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth
• Compensation and financial well-being– Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program.

Come work with us and join a winning team!

Salary Low: USD $105,250.00/Yr.

Salary High: USD $140,000.00/Yr.

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Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest construction and project development companies. With operations in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe, and the United States, global revenue totaled $15.9 billion in 2024.

Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City. In 2024, the U.S. construction sector generated $8.2 billion in revenue, and the U.S. development sector’s net investments in commercial projects totaled $224 million.

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