Preconstruction Manager

Trautman & Shreve, Inc.•Aurora, CO

7d•$90,000 - $135,000

About The Position

The Preconstruction Manager leads the planning, coordination, and execution of preconstruction activities for mechanical construction projects. The role manages estimating, conceptual budgeting, proposal development, design-build collaboration, value engineering, procurement strategy, and transition of projects to operations. The manager works with owners, architects, engineers, operations teams, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure projects are accurately scoped, competitively priced, and positioned for successful execution. The position also leads and mentors preconstruction engineers, estimators, and other team members while promoting consistency, innovation, risk management, and continuous improvement. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, 7–10 years of progressive relevant experience, and at least 3 years of leadership or team management experience. Strong understanding of HVAC, piping, plumbing, and mechanical construction systems is required, as is experience preparing conceptual budgets and detailed construction estimates. The position requires proficiency with Microsoft Office and a valid driver’s license, with travel to project sites and client locations as needed. The annual base salary range is $90,000–$135,000, depending on experience, and the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The work involves extended periods at a computer and travel to field locations. Field visits may involve outdoor conditions, job-site hazards, and moderate-to-loud noise. The employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, hear, use hands, walk, reach, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
7–10 years of progressive experience in mechanical construction estimating, preconstruction, project management, engineering, or related disciplines.
At least 3 years of leadership or team management experience.
Strong understanding of HVAC, piping, plumbing, and mechanical construction systems.
Experience preparing conceptual budgets and detailed construction estimates.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites and client locations as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience within a mechanical contracting environment.
Design-build, design-assist, healthcare, data center, industrial, or large commercial construction experience.
Proficiency with Bluebeam, Trimble AutoBid, FastPIPE, FastDUCT, QuoteSoft, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BuildingConnected, or similar platforms.
Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Professional Estimator (CPE), DBIA, LEED, or similar industry credentials.
Experience managing large-scale project pursuits exceeding $5 million in construction value.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop Preconstruction Engineers, Estimators, and other preconstruction personnel.
Establish priorities, workloads, and schedules to ensure timely completion of proposals and estimates.
Promote collaboration between preconstruction, engineering, operations, project management, and executive leadership teams.
Foster accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.
Participate in recruiting, onboarding, coaching, and performance development of preconstruction staff.
Direct the preparation of conceptual, budgetary, GMP, negotiated, design-build, and hard-bid estimates.
Review and validate quantity takeoffs, labor calculations, productivity factors, subcontractor pricing, and material costs.
Build and maintain relationships with owners, developers, architects, engineers, general contractors, and strategic partners.
Support business development initiatives and participate in customer presentations, interviews, and project pursuits.
Attend networking events, industry functions, and customer meetings to strengthen market presence.
Assist with identifying potential project opportunities and market trends.