Senior Preconstruction Manager – Estimating & Scheduling

Weitz; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Employer-Paid Disability

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

401K with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction team and set projects up for successful delivery. You will develop estimates, scheduling, and strategy, while coordinating with operations, business development, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition to construction.

This role emphasizes customer service, project advocacy for owners, and leveraging BIM/LEAN practices to optimize project outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of extensive experience with estimating and/or project management construction.
• Experience partnering with operations, estimating, and business development teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preconstruction process efficiently with a keen awareness and understanding of the needs of the clients as well as the goals of the company and the timely completion of the preconstruction process.
• Document and communicate with the team the progress during the preconstruction phase, especially at the formal conclusion of schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
• Develop accurate and detailed estimates, scheduling, strategy, and communication throughout preconstruction process.
• Review weekly preconstruction process to ensure progress is on schedule, initiate changes to remain on schedule, and advise project team of issues that may pose a cost or schedule impact.
• Collaborate with operations, business development, preconstruction team members and other stakeholders to ensure projects are turned over for success with the expected level of profitability.

Job description

The Weitz Company in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction team and set projects up for successful delivery. You will develop estimates, scheduling, and strategy, while coordinating with operations, business development, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition to construction.

This role emphasizes customer service, project advocacy for owners, and leveraging BIM/LEAN practices to optimize project outcomes.