Preconstruction Manager - Data Center

Bowa Construction is a General Contractor and Construction Management firm built on the core principles of family, honesty, discipline, and quality. With a team of industry experts experienced in general contracting, design-build, and construction management, we deliver every project with passion and purpose. We are driven by the long-term impact our work has on the communities we serve.

The Preconstruction Manager leads all estimating, scope development, bid packaging, and buyout activities for the 500MW data center from award through transition to active construction. This role establishes the financial foundation and procurement plan governing the entire build.

This individual operates at the front end of the project and must be capable of developing detailed estimates, structuring competitive bid packages, running the subcontractor solicitation process, and achieving buyout savings against the GMP. The Preconstruction Manager works closely with the Project Executive and PM to ensure scope gaps are identified early, bid packages are complete, and the transition to construction is seamless.

• Lead development of the detailed GMP estimate from design documents, owner program, and site data
• Structure the full bid package plan including scope boundaries, work packages, and bid schedules
• Issue RFPs to prequalified subcontractors across all major scopes (civil, structural, MEP, LV)
• Manage the subcontractor solicitation, leveling, negotiation, and award process
• Identify and track all long-lead equipment items; initiate procurement before construction start
• Develop and maintain the project buyout log tracking savings against GMP
• Perform scope gap analysis between bid packages and flag unassigned scope
• Prepare bid comparisons, leveling sheets, and award recommendations for Project Executive approval
• Coordinate with BIM/VDC Manager to ensure design is at sufficient LOD for accurate pricing
• Manage the owner furnished equipment (OFE) list and coordinate delivery milestones
• Develop the procurement schedule and integrate with master construction schedule
• Present preconstruction status updates to the owner during the development phase
• Support value engineering efforts and provide cost impact analysis on design alternatives

• 12+ years of commercial construction with at least 5 in preconstruction or estimating
• Experience estimating and buying out projects exceeding $200M
• Strong knowledge of civil, structural, MEP, and LV scopes and their market pricing
• Proficiency in on-screen takeoff software (Bluebeam, On Center) and estimating platforms

• Data center or mission-critical preconstruction experience
• LEED AP or experience with sustainable design cost impacts
• Familiarity with Procore procurement module and CPM integration with buyout

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - 70% Employer contribution & Employee HSA contribution*
• Performance Based Bonuses - % of base salary
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, & Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (advocates to help manage and control stress levels and everyday life for you and/or your family)