Precon Engineer - Modular

DPR•Phoenix, AZ

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Evergreen Innovation Group, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking an experienced Precon Engineer to join our Modular team in Surprise, AZ. This role supports prefabrication-focused preconstruction activities by assisting with design review, cost evaluations, and constructability considerations related to manufacturing and installation workflows. The Precon Engineer will coordinate with design, Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP), Family of Companies (FoC) engineering, and production teams to gather information and support alignment of scope, budget, and schedule. They will review drawings, models, and fabrication inputs to identify issues and contribute to the development of prefab-ready solutions. This role applies foundational knowledge of construction and prefabrication processes while working under guidance on projects of moderate scope.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
3–6 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, engineering, or related construction or prefabrication roles.
Strong communication, listening, and collaboration skills for fostering effective relationships with teams and stakeholders.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to create and support team morale.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.

Nice To Haves

Flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Reviews drawings, models, and fabrication inputs to identify scope gaps and design inconsistencies impacting prefabrication and documents findings for team review.
Assists with quantity takeoffs, basic cost studies, and data collection to support prefab estimating and benchmarking efforts.
Supports coordination with production engineering, trade partners, and design teams, including VDC, MEP, and Family of Companies, to gather input on constructability, system selection, and installation approaches.
Assists in reviewing proposals for prefabricated assemblies and systems to support scope comparisons and bid tabulations.
Supports development and maintenance of prefab cost estimates, including quantities, labor, materials, logistics, and vendor information, under direction from senior staff.
Prepares portions of preconstruction deliverables, including feasibility inputs, cost summaries, and logistics considerations comparing prefabricated and field-built approaches.