Preconstruction Manager

About Us

We are a single-source solution for the design and implementation of sophisticated mechanical and plumbing systems. Our integrated in-house production model utilizes coordinated BIM models to produce precise fabrication documentation to help ensure accurate installation.

Trautman & Shreve, Inc. is a subsidiary of publicly traded EMCOR Group Inc. Trautman & Shreve is a Colorado-based mechanical contracting and construction engineering firm. For more than half a century, we built a strong reputation in maintaining the highest standards of achievement with unparalleled quality workmanship within the construction industry.

We are seeking a successful individual with extensive Mechanical Industry knowledge. The Pre-Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing preconstruction efforts for mechanical and plumbing services. This role is essential in ensuring that our projects are thoroughly planned, cost-effective, and aligned with our mission to deliver high-quality solutions with full transparency.

• Uphold integrity by ensuring accurate cost estimations and ethical decision-making.
• Demonstrate discipline in managing preconstruction processes, deadlines, and budget control.
• Promote transparency by fostering open communication with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Manage team to produce detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analyses for mechanical, plumbing, and process piping systems.
• Lead constructability analyses, value engineering efforts, and scope reviews to optimize project efficiency while providing value to our customers.
• Develop and manage RFIs to provide clear and precise project clarifications.
• Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and industry compliance.
• Manage the utilization of estimating software to track and manage subcontractor and material costs effectively.
• Create detailed bid proposals.
• Create PowerPoint presentations for project interviews.
• Take lead in collaborating with key Operations personnel in preparation for project interviews.
• Lead team during interviews and in ultimately "closing the deal".
• Contract negotiations (in collaboration with Executives).

• 10+ years in mechanical and plumbing preconstruction, estimating, or related roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in estimating software, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction management tools.
• Strong ability to lead teams, communicate openly, and manage multiple projects with precision.

• Expertise in mechanical and plumbing systems for large-scale projects such as industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings.
• Experience with Trimble On-Screen Takeoff software.
• Knowledge of data center, semiconductor, and healthcare facilities.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills that align with our core values.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. This role requires communicating verbally and in writing one on one, in small groups, as well as presenting to larger groups of employees.

This role requires the ability to work at a computer (reading and keying) for extended periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may expect to work in typical office environment conditions except when visiting field locations. Field environments may…