Junior Preconstruction Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Junior Preconstruction Engineer is vital in ensuring the smooth execution of precast concrete projects, from concept through design and into preliminary stages of construction, helping the team avoid costly delays and ensuring that all precast components meet the required standards. This role involves working closely with internal and external design teams, project managers, and engineers to ensure that all building components are accurately designed, budgeted, and coordinated for successful project delivery.

Salary range $77,000-$117,000 Based on location and experience.

Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

At Wells, you're part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you're in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements.

• Preconstruction Planning & Coordination:
  • Collaborate with architects, contractors, and clients to understand project scope and objectives.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to align precast elements with project schedules and timelines.
• Design & Technical Review:
  • Review construction documents to identify precast requirements and ensure compliance with codes, standards, and client specifications.
  • Work with design engineers to evaluate challenges and develop innovative precast solutions.
• Cost Estimating & Budgeting:
  • Develop and maintain budgets for precast scope, including cost-saving and value engineering opportunities.
  • Compare alternative precast solutions to determine the most cost-effective approach.
• Scheduling & Logistics:
  • Coordinate material procurement, transportation, and delivery to support timely installation.
  • Work with project managers to adjust schedules based on progress and delays.
• Quality Control & Compliance:
  • Ensure precast designs and products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Address design or production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Client & Stakeholder Communication:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for precast-related preconstruction inquiries.
  • Provide updates to sales and project teams and support meetings and presentations.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify risks related to precast scope and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Perform risk assessments related to manufacturing, transport, and installation coordination.

The ideal candidate is early in their career with a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, or has 1-3 years of relevant industry experience. They have a basic understanding of construction documents and an interest in learning how precast concrete systems are designed, estimated, and coordinated within projects. This individual is detail-oriented, eager to develop technical and problem-solving skills, and comfortable working in a team environment…