theweitzcompany

theweitzcompany

Senior MEP Preconstruction Manager

Des Moines, Iowa · Senior · Contract

No sponsorshipDetected 18 hours ago
Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentNegotiationExcelLogisticsCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunicationPublic SpeakingOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft OfficeBIM

About the role

  • The Weitz Company is hiring a Senior Preconstruction Manager focused on Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP).
  • The Senior MEP Preconstruction Manager is responsible for providing outstanding customer service and setting projects up for success through successful delivery of preconstruction services.
  • The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies.

Responsibilities

  • Build, nurture, and maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, and partners to support business development and repeat work
  • Support RFP responses, proposal development, and interview preparation with tailored schedules, scopes, and sales materials
  • Lead and manage the full preconstruction process including estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews, and value analysis
  • Oversee and communicate progress at each design phase while ensuring deliverables align with scope, budget, and client goals
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments to ensure timely input and alignment across all preconstruction activities
  • Prepare, update, and maintain preconstruction and construction schedules while proactively addressing potential delays or cost impacts
  • Lead client presentations and communicate with confidence on building systems, estimates, logistics, and value engineering
  • Support subcontractor/vendor prequalification and coordinate specialty cost inputs (insurance, bonds, taxes, permits, etc.)
  • The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855.

Requirements

  • The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.

Nice to have

  • 6+ years of extensive estimating and/or project management construction experience is required
  • Experience working as an Electrical Engineer or Mechanical Engineer is a plus but not required

Skills

  • Solid construction knowledge and estimating skills
  • Analytical thinker comfortable in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to compare and analyze various systems and related cost impacts
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Business acumen and relationship building skills
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, WinEst, SureTrak, Prolog, and/or BIM is desirable
  • Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
  • Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Fully Paid Parental Leave
  • Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards
  • Rewarding Bonus Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Company info

  • What We're Looking For:
  • This role provides value to our customers by leading the project team, predicting cost and schedule, being an advocate for our owners, and transitioning preconstruction services to operations as construction starts.
  • We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with
  • We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

Equal opportunity

  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.
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