Preconstruction Systems Engineer

JP Cullen•Madison, WI

21h

About The Position

We specialize in the “Tough Jobs” no one else can do. And we need the “Preconstruction Engineer” with the right teamwork skills to get even the most difficult jobs done on-time, in budget, every time. We have exciting new project opportunities for those looking to stay in Madison, Milwaukee, or Janesville, Wisconsin or travel the country. Wisconsin-based $850 million, created in 1892, 5th generation family-owned construction management firm Developed training programs and career paths for Preconstruction Engineer to Preconstruction PM, Director of Preconstruction Seeking to be the construction manager of choice for the toughest jobs in the region. Our clients have high expectations and our projects are high profile. Our Mission: To identify, hire, train, and retain the best people to serve our customers. Overview A professional with a strong technical background who can manage, maintain, and optimize the software platforms and data systems that support our Preconstruction and Estimating teams. This role ensures that all technology tools, databases, and workflows operate efficiently, enabling accurate estimating, budgeting, and project planning. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, a passion for improving processes through technology, and technical skills that allow them to learn new software. Although not mandatory, experience in construction estimating is preferred to better understand the Preconstruction and Estimating department’s processes. The Preconstruction Systems Engineer reports directly to the Vice President of Preconstruction. This position would be supported by, and expected to coordinate with, the our various Directors of Preconstruction and occasionally the Director of Construction Technology as it relates to other system or software outside of our Preconstruction department. This position has significant responsibility for maintaining information and technology used by our Preconstruction and Estimating teams, such as the maintenance of our estimating software (Destini) including takeoff assemblies and cost databases, analyzing productions for self-performed work, assembling unit costs used for conceptual estimating, maintaining market rates for materials and equipment, and analyzing other information related to cost estimating to ensure competitiveness in the market. Success is determined by your ability to maintain quality information for use by our Preconstruction team, solve issues for our team members related to software or systems, work semi-autonomously to achieve overall objectives and initiatives, analyze and identify trends in information, and follow data management standards and processes to help our preconstruction and estimating team succeed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3+ years of experience in construction technology, estimating systems, or IT support roles.
A working understanding and a passion for database management and data analytics.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of construction estimating principles and workflows.

Responsibilities

Software Management
Administer and maintain all Preconstruction-related software (e.g., estimating platforms, takeoff tools, bid management systems).
Coordinate software updates, patches, and integrations with IT and vendors.
Maintain software issues log and expedite the resolution of issues related to Preconstruction software or systems.
Data Management:
Maintain and organize historical cost data, production rates, and benchmarking information.
Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all systems.
Develop and implement data governance standards for the department.
Process Optimization:
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows through automation and system enhancements.
Collaborate with Preconstruction leadership to align technology solutions with business objectives.
Create and maintain user guides and documentation for department systems.