Preconstruction Manager​/Estimating Manager

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At UPS Industrial Services excellence isn't just a goal, it is our baseline. It is our mission to be the industry standard by delivering results, adding value, and earning trust. We have built a reputation of excellence and integrity by creating a team of respected professionals who are passionate to be the best. We believe that our people are our greatest asset.

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The Preconstruction / Estimating Manager is responsible for leading all phases of the preconstruction process while supporting successful project execution from project pursuit through construction start. This position provides leadership in estimating, design management, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor management, and client relations for complex industrial and mission critical projects including refining, petrochemical, semiconductor (chip manufacturing), data centers, advanced manufacturing, EV/battery, and other high‑tech facilities.

This individual serves as the primary liaison between owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal operations teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, business development support, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Lead all preconstruction activities from project pursuit through construction mobilization.
• Lead the development of conceptual/front‑end loading, schematic, design development, construction only, and detailed EPC estimates.
• Manage estimating resources, assign workloads, and oversee estimating deliverables.
• Prepare and review reimbursable lump sum bids, and GMP estimates and proposals.
• Develop and maintain historical cost databases, benchmarking information, and regional market pricing.
• Prepare cost trend analyses, estimate comparisons, variance reports, and budget control reports.
• Lead value engineering workshops and recommend cost‑saving solutions while maintaining project quality and performance.
• Support Target Value Design (TVD) and Lean Construction initiatives when applicable.

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate project startup, procurement, subcontractor buyout, and contract administration.
• Manage subcontractor prequalification, bid evaluations, negotiations, and award recommendations.
• Oversee schedule of values, chart of accounts, buyout logs, and project cost controls.
• Ensure compliance with owner contracts and coordinate contract reviews with legal teams when required.
• Manage project documentation, Action Item Lists, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, change orders, and closeout documentation.
• Support the planning of commissioning, turnover, and project closeout activities.
• Coordinate closely with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and internal project teams throughout design and construction.
• Lead constructability reviews during each engineering/design phase.
• Review drawings and specifications for completeness, constructability, and potential risks.
• Identify design conflicts and recommend alternative construction methods and value engineering opportunities.
• Support BIM coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Participate in design coordination meetings and provide technical guidance during project development.

• Develop and manage preconstruction and construction schedules.
• Coordinate procurement schedules with project milestones.
• Support planning and scheduling initiatives.
• Monitor schedule progress, identify critical path impacts, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate estimating milestones with project execution schedules.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Support Business Development during project pursuits, interviews, client presentations, and proposal development.
• Participate in responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Qualifications (RFQs).
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