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Preconstruction Manager

Brown and Caldwell
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, Walnut Creek
201 North Civic Drive (Show on map)
May 22, 2025
Description

Brown and Caldwell (BC) is looking to add a Preconstruction Manager with an established track record of providing preconstruction services for Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)/Design-Build projects within the water/wastewater infrastructure market (industrial process, remediation, etc.).

This position can be remote or we can make accommodations at any of our offices across the United States if the candidate prefers.

Job Expectations:

This role will serve as an essential team member of project positioning, pursuits, negotiations and delivery in the overall development of the IPD portfolio. This role will include the development of construction schedules, estimates, and Guaranteed Maximum Prices for multiple projects. You will work with IPD (Design-Build) Project teams consisting of Design Engineers, Construction Managers, Teaming Partners, Subcontractors and major equipment vendors, in preparing Design Build offerings and delivery plans. We are seeking a candidate who is self-motivated and can work within defined deadlines. Excellent communication skills and time management skills are critical to the success of this position.

Position Responsibilities:



  • Develop and maintain project work breakdown structures, incorporating all project cost elements, and lead cost account trending from development through delivery.
  • Responsible for development of the construction schedule utilizing P6 or Microsoft Project tools at all stages of project delivery cycle.
  • Ability to troubleshoot schedule issues and offer solutions to improve outcomes.
  • Support development of construction cost estimates/models at various design stages (BODR, 30%, 60%, 90% and IFC) .
  • Ability to develop preconstruction plans and approach to capture at-risk projects in a competitive environment.
  • Utilize Sage Estimating (formerly Timberline) platform and adapt estimating forms and reports from this platform to effective support project development and delivery execution, including maintenance of relevant cost history data.
  • Support development of detailed quantity takeoffs from all trades utilizing drawings, specifications, and coordination with design teams.
  • Consult with project managers and project engineers to provide constructability comments and to solicit clarification as necessary.
  • Knowledge of appropriate crew sizing and productivity rates for specific tasks and activities.
  • Lead procurement efforts associated with initial pricing efforts and associated detailed scopes of work for both labor subcontracts and equipment purchase orders.
  • Ability to develop relationships with local vendors and subcontractors.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Word and Excel).


Required Qualifications:



  • 8 years' minimum experience related to engineering and construction delivery with an emphasis on preconstruction for various project delivery types (Design build, Progressive design build, CMAR, etc.).
  • Understanding and experience in development of scopes of work for competitive pricing utilizing proposal phase engineering document and functional scopes of supply in development of a complete cost model.
  • Proven ability to work independently under remote supervision with project managers, project design teams and estimators located in multiple regions of the country.
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6 Scheduling Software with the ability to develop proposal and planning phase construction schedules.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations and written report preparation


Preferred Qualifications:



  • 10+ years of experience related to engineering and construction delivery with an emphasis on preconstruction for various project delivery types (Design build, Progressive design build, CMAR, etc.).
  • Knowledge of the water/wastewater industry.
  • Proficient knowledge of Sage Estimating (formerly Timberline) with the ability to develop proposal and planning phase construction estimates.


Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee's primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A: $97,000- $132,000

Location B: $106,000 -$145,000

Location C: $116,000 - $158,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, Calif., Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 70 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice-to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

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