Senior Preconstruction Manager - Water/Wastewater

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the development of detailed construction cost estimates from conceptual design through final design, ensuring accuracy and completeness at every stage
• Manage and mentor estimating personnel, providing direction, oversight, and professional development
• Participate in design review meetings and help guide the design team throughout the preconstruction phase
• Evaluate design options and recommend optimal solutions based on cost, constructability, engineering quality, and material availability
• Maintain project scope, cost, and constructability during design development to align with project goals and budget
• Lead pricing strategy efforts in partnership with the proposal leader, ensuring alignment on approach, expectations, and deliverables
• Develop bid packages, manage subcontractor and vendor participation, and evaluate market pricing to ensure competitiveness
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors
• Review proposal milestone schedules with the pricing team, track progress, and ensure timely completion of estimates
• Communicate estimate status, risks, and updates clearly to the proposal leader and key stakeholders
• Support the development of construction schedules and overall project planning
• Contribute to responses for Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Qualifications (RFQs)
• Participate in client presentations, proposal interviews, and ongoing client engagement as needed
• Train and develop preconstruction personnel while fostering a high-performing team environment
• Maintain historical pricing data to inform future estimates and strategic decisions
• Support the development of other departments and project teams as needed
• Travel as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in accredited construction-related curriculum, such as Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent plus 10 years of experience; or 15 years of relevant experience in the construction industry
• Water & Wastewater Construction experience
• Experience in estimating, scheduling, budget/cost control, field supervision, financial reporting, computer skills, interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Demonstrated success in managing construction projects/phases
• Knowledge of industry-standard bid practice, with design-build & CMAR delivery methods

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in accredited construction-related curriculum, such as Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent plus 10 years of experience; or 15 years of relevant experience in the construction industry
• Experience: Water & Wastewater Construction experience
• Skills: Experience in estimating, scheduling, budget/cost control, field supervision, financial reporting, computer skills, interpersonal skills
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership: Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Success: Demonstrated success in managing construction projects/phases
• Knowledge: Knowledge of industry-standard bid practice, with design-build & CMAR delivery methods

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Demonstrated success in managing construction projects/phases
• Knowledge of industry-standard bid practice, with design-build & CMAR delivery methods

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more.