Preconstruction Manager

About Us:Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.The Role We Want You ForThe Preconstruction Manager will have a significant role in our preconstruction team. In this role you will be responsible for high level management of design-build project pursuits and preconstruction efforts across business units. You will work collaboratively with the VP of Preconstruction and other Preconstruction team members. You will provide preconstruction services and expertise across all Business Units, working with Business Unit Leaders, Project Executives, and Senior Management.The Specifics of the RoleWork with Business Unit Leaders (Institutional, Industrial, Residential/Hospitality, Commercial) and Project Executives to identify projects to pursueLead specific project scope and prepare accurate proposalsPrepare conceptual estimatesDevelop scope of work for each tradeReview scopes with subcontractorsParticipate in subcontractor selection processPrepare final estimates for owner presentationPresent to clients and ownersReview construction schedulesReview construction documents for value engineeringPrepare and price the value engineering itemsTrain and mentor junior estimating staffMaintain master subcontractor/vendor lists by tradeAssist project managers in negotiation of contracts, change orders, etc.Maintain and develop historical data for unit pricingDevelop general conditions for review with project managementRequiredBachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related7+ years of estimating commercial construction projects ($10+ million)Capability to assist in the lead of project pursuits in multiple market sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Healthcare, Institutional, and ResidentialDemonstrated knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practicesKnowledge of estimating and quantity takeoff softwareExperience leading Preconstruction meetingsPrevious supervisory experience managing and mentoring junior staffSome things you should knowThis position is based in Phoenix, AZOur clients and projects are nationwide. The broader your knowledge of materials and labor costs, the better.No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco doesThe right person for this role is a problem solver who can visualize and conceptualize to find best solutions for clients.We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high profile jobsThe pace is fastWhy Clayco?2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.2025 ENR Top 400 – Top Data Center Contractor (Top 3).2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).BenefitsDiscretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!CompensationThe salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.