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DPR Construction

Preconstruction Manager

DPR Construction

. Lead, manage, and develop a team of preconstruction professionals .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeNewport Beach • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $205,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in leading preconstruction teams, managing project estimates, budgets, and schedules, while effectively coordinating with various stakeholders. Proficient in risk assessment, contract negotiation, and integrating constructability reviews into preconstruction planning.

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Team LeadershipProject EstimationConstructability ReviewsRisk MitigationContract Negotiation

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Hard Skills
Project ManagementBudget PreparationSchedule ValidationValue EngineeringBid Package DevelopmentRisk Assessment
Soft Skills
CommunicationCollaborationNegotiation
Industry Keywords
PreconstructionEstimatingConstruction ManagementEngineeringArchitecture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead, manage, and develop a team of preconstruction professionals
  • Direct the preparation and validation of project estimates, budgets, and schedules
  • Coordinate with design, engineering, procurement, safety, project operations, scheduling, and field operations stakeholders
  • Integrate constructability reviews and value engineering into preconstruction planning
  • Oversee development and issuance of bid packages
  • Guide identification, assessment, and mitigation of complex project risks during preconstruction
  • Lead client meetings and presentations on preconstruction strategies, progress, and recommendations
  • Support negotiation of contracts and agreements with subcontractors and suppliers
  • Coordinate and strategize with SPW and Family of Companies stakeholders
  • Oversee bid solicitation, scope leveling, final pricing review, and trade partner risk and opportunities in partnership with senior and lead estimators

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, a related field, or equivalent experience required
  • 7 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, project management, or a related field required
  • 1–2 years of experience in a managerial capacity preferred
  • Ability to lead, manage, and develop a team of preconstruction individuals
  • Experience preparing and validating project estimates, budgets, and schedules
  • Experience with constructability reviews and value engineering
  • Experience developing and issuing bid packages
  • Experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating complex project risks
  • Experience negotiating contracts and agreements with subcontractors and suppliers
  • Certifications and licenses: None required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Wellness benefits
  • Employee-owned company
  • Opportunities to try new things, explore unique paths, and shape your future