Preconstruction Manager - Bush Construction (St. Louis)

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, Bush Construction is a commercial construction, design and development firm that specializes in building, expanding, renovating, or redeveloping multi-sector projects, including historical renovations in the Midwest. Our core values – drive to succeed, inspire teamwork, do the right thing, be humbly confident, embrace change – set our extraordinary culture and customized construction experience apart.

Bush Construction is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to work out of our location in St. Louis, Missouri.  The Preconstruction Manager serves in a hands-on role to support project teams throughout the preconstruction process including budgeting, estimating, scheduling, value analysis, and design management for all types of delivery methods.  You'll collaborate with field and office team members, subcontractors and suppliers, business owners, designers and other internal and external teams to deliver thoughtful, quality project solutions.  

What makes you successful in this position?

• You have a degree or background in Construction Management or Construction Engineering.  Ideally, you have at least 3 years of experience in estimating or project management.


• You thrive in a role that allows you to produce highly detailed work with accuracy


• Your communication skills are above average, and you love using your multi-tasking and problem solving skills in a fast-paced construction business environment


• You think big picture and enjoy planning for long-term success 


• You enjoy traveling for work and don't mind being on the road about 20% of the time

This position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a motor vehicle records check.  Candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Why should you work here?

At Bush Construction, you’ll be part of something bigger. As a proud member of the McCarthy-Bush Corporation family of companies, we’re united by a commitment to “Growing Together” – creating value through collaboration and delivering one-stop solutions to our customers. Check out our Growing Together video! Within Bush Construction, our five guiding principles shape everything we do. We’re intentional about building a culture where people are challenged, supported, and empowered to grow – because when our people thrive, so do our projects. Together, we deliver exceptional construction experiences for our clients. 

We also offer:

• Competitive compensation


• Career growth opportunities


• The ability to have on-the-job, hands-on experience


• A collaborative environment with networking and industry-connection opportunities

Bush Construction is committed to equal employment opportunities and all candidates will be evaluated based qualification. Equal Opportunity is the Law. Applicants – click HERE to access Employee and Employer Rights and Obligations under FMLA.