Senior Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical

The Weitz Company; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Weitz Company in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Sr. Pre-Construction Manager to lead the Mission Critical team's ground-up data centers and Day 2 projects.

You will oversee estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews, and value engineering, mentor staff, and present to clients. This role requires at least 6 years of estimating or PM experience, strong leadership, and familiarity with BIM, LEED, Lean and Procore.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of estimating and/or project management experience in construction.
• Data center experience is strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership and mentoring ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction activities: estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews and value analysis.
• Oversee progress and ensure deliverables meet scope, budget, and client goals.
• Present to clients and manage risk, coordination with design teams and vendors.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Communication

Estimating

Scheduling

Mentoring

Cost analysis

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

WinEst

SureTrak

Prolog

BIM

JDE

Job description

Job Description

The Weitz Company is hiring a Sr. Pre-Construction Manager in Des Moines, IA. This individual will be on the Mission Critical team on ground-up data centers, Day 2 projects, and Mission Critical Plus projects. 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

Job Description

The Weitz Company is hiring a Sr. Pre-Construction Manager in Des Moines, IA. This individual will be on the Mission Critical team on ground-up data centers, Day 2 projects, and Mission Critical Plus projects. 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
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