Precon Engineer - SPW

DPR Construction•Denver, CO

About The Position

Supports development of Self-Perform Work (SPW) preconstruction deliverables by assisting with quantity assessments, production research, cost studies, and document review. Collaborates with field leaders, engineers, and project teams to clarify SPW scope requirements and confirm feasibility of proposed work plans. Applies foundational knowledge of construction methods and SPW processes to support estimating, logistics planning, and constructability evaluations. Contributes to the preparation of proposals, budgets, and early-phase SPW planning materials. At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
0–2 years of experience in SPW estimating, construction engineering, planning, or a related construction role required.

Responsibilities

Reviews drawings, models, and specifications to identify SPW scope requirements, production considerations, and potential conflicts.
Prepares basic quantity assessments and cost studies by gathering data on material, labor, and equipment needs for SPW activities while helping to document assumptions, clarifications, and scope notes related to SPW estimating.
Supports collection and validation of production rate information by coordinating with field leaders and reviewing historical SPW performance data.
Assists in developing SPW constructability inputs, logistics considerations, and sequencing assumptions to support early planning, including crew compositions, labor hours, equipment requirements, and material quantities.
Tracks and organizes SPW pricing information, proposal documents, and historical data to maintain accurate project records. Assists with subcontractor or supplier pricing comparisons when SPW work interfaces with trade partners.
Coordinates with SPW estimators, engineers, and operations teams to ensure SPW assumptions align with broader project strategies.
Develops proficiency in estimating tools, takeoff software, and internal SPW cost databases. Contributes to preparation of SPW reports, updates, and cost summaries for internal teams and client deliverables.