Vertical Construction Preconstruction Lead (Honolulu)

Kiewit; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Building Group is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager in Honolulu, HI to lead estimates for vertical buildings across multiple markets, with a focus on government and healthcare installations. Projects typically exceed $30 million and require strong leadership of a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities include presenting to executives, analyzing drawings, guiding subcontractor selections, and ensuring compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, or related field.
• At least 5 years of estimating experience required.
• Ability to lead estimates and multiple teams while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of estimators and engineers in pursuits to secure work at the right price.
• Manage task execution, strategies, resource leveling, and close-out processes.
• Present detailed estimates to executive management and clients.
• Review drawings and specifications to understand project scope.
• Assist with proposals and documentation to prepare cost estimates.
• Become proficient in Kiewit’s estimating program, InEight Estimate.

Skills

Team leadership

Estimating

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

InEight Estimate

Job description

Kiewit Building Group is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager in Honolulu, HI to lead estimates for vertical buildings across multiple markets, with a focus on government and healthcare installations. Projects typically exceed $30 million and require strong leadership of a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities include presenting to executives, analyzing drawings, guiding subcontractor selections, and ensuring compliance with company policies.