Senior Preconstruction Manager for Building Projects

Kiewit; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

Retirement plan with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Building Group is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimates for projects exceeding $30 million in the commercial, education, sports, and healthcare sectors. Based in Westlake, TX, you will manage a team of estimators, drive win strategies, and present findings to executives and clients.

You will interpret drawings, analyze specs, solicit subs, and help prepare cost proposals, while implementing company policies and using InEight Estimate. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, or other engineering disciplines.
• At least 10 years of estimating experience required.
• Ability to lead estimates and multiple teams.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of estimators and engineers in pursuits to get the work at the right price.
• Task management, strategies, resource leveling, and estimate close out processes.
• Communicating and presenting detailed estimates to executive management and clients.
• Analyzing drawings and specifications to understand the scope of the work.
• Reviewing and assisting with proposals and other documentation to prepare cost estimates.
• Become proficient in Kiewit's estimating program, "InEight Estimate".
• Provide leadership and strategy in subcontractor and vendor selection process.
• Implement and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating

Communication

Mentoring

Safety-focused

Education

Undergraduate degree in construction management

Tools

InEight Estimate

Job description

Kiewit Building Group is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead estimates for projects exceeding $30 million in the commercial, education, sports, and healthcare sectors. Based in Westlake, TX, you will manage a team of estimators, drive win strategies, and present findings to executives and clients.

You will interpret drawings, analyze specs, solicit subs, and help prepare cost proposals, while implementing company policies and using InEight Estimate. Travel may be required.