Preconstruction Manager

About the Role

We are looking for a Manager to join our Preconstruction team in our regional office in Phoenix, AZ. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a full range of preconstruction activities, including estimating, design management, and subcontractor procurement.


• Prepare and organize estimates under multiple contract delivery methods to ensure complete and competitive proposals.


• Develop accurate and professional bids/proposals that support clients and secure new projects.


• Prepare comparative analyses of estimates and explain variances to project stakeholders.


• Coordinate teams of Project Engineers to develop multidisciplinary estimates.


• Analyze subcontractor and supplier bids and provide recommendations for award.


• Evaluate and apply historical project information, including self-performed work.


• Lead responses to RFPs and represent Holder at meetings and industry events.


• Create, update, and present project deliverables and tools to clients.


• Lead meetings with owners, architects, and engineers during the preconstruction phase.


• Collaborate with Operations to drive process improvements using VDC, IPD, and other enhancements.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related construction/engineering field.


• 5+ years of experience in construction management, preconstruction, or estimating.


• Willingness to relocate.


• Experience leading a team of Project Engineers or Estimators.


• Outstanding communication and time management skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to change professionally.


• Strong organizational skills and effective meeting management.

Preferred:

• Proven ability to develop and lead teams, enabling others to act and encouraging high performance.


• Experience in presenting ideas clearly and handling confrontation constructively.


• Willingness to accept and provide constructive feedback.


• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth.


• Ability to engage with clients, vendors, and industry partners to maintain positive relationships.

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Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

​Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.