Senior Preconstruction Manager

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Rewarding Bonus Program

Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged H

Employer-Paid Disability Programs

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

401K with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Fully Paid Parental Leave

Voluntary Insurance Options

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company in Denver, CO is hiring a Sr. Pre-Construction Manager to lead preconstruction activities, build strong client relationships, and coordinate with design teams to win work.

You will manage estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews, and value analysis, while mentoring others and ensuring projects meet scope, budget, and milestones. Data center experience is preferred; sponsorship is not available at this time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of estimating and/or project management experience in construction.
• Experience in fast-paced environments and leading others to mentor teams.
• Data center experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain client relationships to support business development and repeat work.
• Support RFP responses, proposals, and interview prep with tailored schedules and materials.
• Lead the full preconstruction process: estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews and value analysis.
• Provide accurate conceptual and detailed estimates, including feasibility studies and subcontractor input.
• Oversee design-phase progress; ensure deliverables align with scope and budget.
• Identify and mitigate risks through contract language, market conditions, and scope analysis.
• Integrate BIM, LEED, Lean strategies to improve project delivery and satisfaction.
• Coordinate cross-functional input and ensure timely input from internal teams.
• Lead client presentations; communicate building systems, logistics, and VE clearly.
• Stay current with trends, materials, regulations to improve service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Estimating & cost analysis

Project management

Mentoring / coaching

Negotiation

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

WinEst

SureTrak

Prolog

BIM

JDE

Job description

The Weitz Company is hiring a Sr. Pre-Construction Manager to support our Denver, CO office.

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 language, 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 with confidence on building systems, estimates, logistics, and value engineering.
• Stay current with construction trends, materials, regulations, and best practices to continuously improve service delivery.
• Support subcontractor/vendor prequalification and coordinate specialty cost inputs (insurance, bonds, taxes, permits, etc.).

What We're Looking For:

• Experience:
  • A minimum of 6 years' of extensive estimating and/or project management construction experience is required
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment
  • Proven history of leading others successfully and to teach, develop and mentor others
  • Data center experience is strongly preferred
• Skills:
  • Excellent leadership skills with a desire to mentor, coach, and develop a team
  • Ability to compare and analyze various systems and related cost impacts
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Business acumen and relationship building skills
  • Strong presentation skills, persuasive communication
  • Solid construction knowledge, estimating skills, analytical thinking
• Technology:
  • Candidate should have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Apple products (iPhone & iPad) and have the ability to learn specific software.
  • Solid systems experience with Procore, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, WinEst, SureTrak, Prolog, BIM, and JDE is preferred.
  • Training will be provided on company standards.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.