Pre-Construction Manager

Goodwin Brothers Construction Company • Full-time • Saint Louis, Missouri, United States • $57.65k - $94.13k / year • 2m ago

Throughout our over 75-year history, Goodwin Brothers’ job has been to build. Come build with us.

PRE-CONSTRUCTION POSITION SUMMARY
The Pre-Construction Manager plays a key leadership role in the company’s success by overseeing the estimating and pre-construction process. This position is responsible for preparing accurate budgets, bids, pricing and cost models while building strong relationships with clients, design partners, and subcontractors. The Pre-Construction Manager ensures projects are well-defined, financially sound, and set up for successful execution in alignment with company goals. This position is a working manager who will also handle estimates and support other Estimators.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
8 or more years of experience in estimating and pre-construction for a general contractor in heavy industrial or civil construction
Self-performing experience desired.
3+ years of leadership or team management experience.
Background in heavy industrial, municipal, or civil construction projects required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Pre-Construction Manager

Overseeing the estimating and pre-construction process from concept through final bid.
Prepare budgets, detailed cost estimates, bid proposals, and value engineering options to meet client project goals.
Manage subcontractor and supplier proposal, evaluation, and selection.
Monitor design progress, costs, and schedules to ensure alignment with client expectations.
Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to estimating staff and project teams.
Support project managers during procurement and project handoff into construction.
Uphold company standards for safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Estimator

Communicate with the client to gain insights, understand their vision, and establish agreement on the project
Create metrics, review documents, and establish a timeline to generate valid estimates
Collect key construction documents, such as property plans, blueprints, technical drawings, and project specifications
Meet with multiple vendors and contractors to negotiate pricing and determine most suitable suppliers for construction materials, establish timelines, and determine project hours
Make visits to construction sites, warehouses, and other such venues to gather comprehensive insights about the project
Craft a work schedule to determine the total duration expected for project completion
Create a material takeoff and apply current pricing knowledge
Conduct risk assessments and planning for contingencies if the project experiences delays or unanticipated setbacks
Build relationships and maintain a directory of vendors, suppliers, and contractors
Monitor costs and adjust projections as the project progresses
Prepare cost, expenditure statements, and forecasts throughout the project
Work closely with key personnel, including engineers, architects, contractors, subcontractors, and business owners
Curate economic feasibility studies on plan modifications and the adjustments made to the preliminary expense plan
Process the required paperwork and permits for building sites
Stay up to date with building codes and industry trends

BENEFITS

Medical and prescription coverage with eligibility on the 1st of the month following the first full month of employment. The company pays 100% of the premium for the employee and their family.
Dental and vision coverage, included with the medical plan.
Six paid holidays and a flexible time off plan.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
Safe harbor 401k plan with eligibility on the first day of the month following the date of hire.
Long term disability coverage

GOODWIN BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION CO.
Goodwin Brothers Construction Co. prides itself on being a self-performing General Contractor in heavy industrial, municipal and civil type projects. Since 1947, we have instilled the value of long-term relationships built through our commitment to upholding the highest craftsmanship and integrity. We are St. Louis based, family-owned company. Learn more at goodwinbros.com.

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