Preconstruction Manager

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western • Phoenix, AZ

32d • Onsite

About The Position

The Walsh Group is seeking a Preconstruction Manager for its Mountain West Water Division in Phoenix, Arizona. The role organizes and guides multidisciplinary teams throughout the preconstruction phase of Collaborative Delivery Projects and may contribute to securing new business. The manager also assists project personnel with the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of construction projects.

This position coordinates estimators, project management, and proposal staff to pursue collaborative delivery projects, guide preconstruction through successful Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) negotiations, and support project procurement. It contributes to pursuit strategy, proposal development, bid preparation, client presentations, and project handoff. The role also builds relationships with subcontractors, engineers, owners, and industry organizations to strengthen the company’s position for future work. Travel is required for bids in different regions and preconstruction meetings.

The Walsh Group describes itself as a fourth-generation, family-owned, fast-growing company combining a small-company feel with large-company backing. It highlights challenging work, innovative problem-solving, supportive managers, growth and development opportunities, career flexibility, and the opportunity to work and live across the United States. The position may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits; specific benefits are not listed.

Requirements

• 6–8 years of experience, or 5 years of experience with a college degree.
• Exposure to the preconstruction stage of a project.
• Familiarity with estimating and scheduling software.
• Ability to identify key issues and relationships.
• Ability to accept and adapt to change professionally.
• Ability to communicate and listen effectively.
• Understanding of the competition and market contacts that can provide advantages to projects.
• Ability to engage and coordinate with project sponsorship on procurement.
• Understanding of costs, market conditions, risks, and rewards.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and develop and maintain schedules.
• Proficiency in some of the following: Word, Excel, CMiC, Primavera, HCSS, Timberline estimating program, WGIP, and Project and Cost Management Systems.
• Ability to organize and use meeting time effectively.
• Ability and willingness to travel for bids in different regions and preconstruction meetings.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Initiates and participates in meet-and-greet presentations with subcontractors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate estimators, project management, and proposal staff to pursue collaborative delivery projects and facilitate preconstruction through GMP negotiation and project procurement.
• Participate in pursuit strategy development and implementation of strategic vision.
• Review bid documents, project logistics, and schedules to assess risks and advise project management on bid alternatives and techniques; identify key parts of bids.
• Proofread and edit proposals and prepare accurate, competitive submissions that support profitable awarded contracts while maintaining quality standards.
• Build relationships with subcontractors, engineers, and owners to position the company as the Builder of Choice.
• Prepare bid packages, comparing and analyzing subcontractor and supplier bids, and draw on historical project information, including self-performed work.
• Lead responses to RFPs to position the company as a bidder of choice for future work.
• Coordinate with project sponsorship on schedules, general conditions, and final bid and proposal preparation.
• Conduct or coordinate project award turnover and debriefing meetings to assess positive aspects and lessons learned.
• Verify and coordinate with sponsorship the organization and assembly of required bid-submission documents, such as bonds, signatures, and compliance forms.
• Participate in presentation preparation and coach client pitch teams responding to client RFPs, new developments, or project opportunities.
• Participate in industry events, associations, and civic and community organizations to build networks and alliances.
• Assist in monitoring customer satisfaction with company services and personnel.
• May perform Assistant Project Manager duties on local Collaborative Delivery Projects.
• Travel to projects bidding in different regions and attend preconstruction meetings as required.

Benefits

• Opportunities for growth, training, and development.
• Flexibility in career path and progression.
• Opportunities to work and live throughout the United States.
• The role may be eligible for a bonus and other benefits; specific benefits are not identified.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed