Preconstruction Manager

We are looking for a Preconstruction Manager to join our team. This position will be primarily responsible for performing all management and leadership responsibilities and functions associated with the preconstruction and estimation process for assigned preconstruction projects. Responsibilities include motivating, coaching, and managing the entire team and DEW’s internal team. Occasional travel is required.

Deliver preconstruction projects as assigned. Maintain and expedite preconstruction practices and services for all teams on projects assigned. This position has an overall responsibility to deliver preconstruction services to clients from the time we are awarded a project until a GMP is signed, and construction starts.

This position is “client-facing” and responsible for customer satisfaction, with the goal of developing new business opportunities and providing our clients with high-quality, innovative solutions that are tailored to meet their needs.

• Vision Statement:
  To be the go-to construction partner known for our unwavering commitment to the success of every project.
• Mission Statement:
  To build a team of professionals who share our core values and foster a culture where everyone can thrive and grow together.
• Core Values:
  • Optimism:
    We share a positive mindset, believing in opportunities over obstacles.
  • Initiative:
    We are self‑motivated, proactive problem solvers.
  • Accountability:
    We are committed to a culture of ownership, personal accountability, and safety.

DEW’s Vision, Mission, and Core Values are explicitly integrated into our daily decision‑making, leadership behaviors, employee training, performance evaluations, and company culture. We use them as a guiding principle for all activities and hold employees accountable for upholding them, essentially making them a tangible part of the company's identity and operations. Our aim is to ensure we are aware of these guiding principles and feel motivated and encouraged to continue integrating them into our daily lives.

• Attend Business Development Turnover Meetings to understand the terms and information gathered before the project award.
• Set up, facilitate and distribute minutes from the Preconstruction kick off meeting (internal meeting).
• Work on multiple projects at the same time.
• Prepare a job‑specific strategy to maximize the client's value. Reviews the strategy with the VP of Preconstruction.
• Follow and advance DEW’s “Preconstruction Flow Chart” (a DEW-generated best practice workflow template).
• Follow and advance DEW’s preconstruction RACI Matrix (“RACI” = A list of general activities at each phase of design and then corresponding positions within DEW. Each activity has marked who is responsible for the task, who is accountable for performing the task, who is consulted if required, and who is ultimately informed)
• Attend and lead preconstruction OAC meetings, take minutes, and work with DEW’s Project Administrators to distribute minutes via Procore promptly.
• Maintain and develop new subcontractor resources and relationships.
• Work with Project Managers during the transition from pricing to contracts. Assist in buyout efforts as required.
• Create an initial working schedule for projects (and/or work with the assigned DEW Project Manager to create), then periodically update the schedule, which is then required to be used to keep the project on schedule.
• Interface with clients to determine project needs and their needs, and represent DEW positively during interface.
• Work with estimators to generate preconstruction RFIs leveraging Procore.
• Review all project documents for compliance with budget, company/client standards, and constructability. Monitor design scope for changes affecting budget and/or schedule (leverage overlays); identify the cause, advise client for client decision.
• Quickly understands the complete project scope by reviewing plans independently.
• Investigate site conditions before bidding.
• Work closely with the Owners and Design Team to understand all aspects of the project, including the owners' goals, limitations, deadlines, expectations, etc., and clearly document each. Communicate…