Ryan Companies US, Inc.

Preconstruction Manager

Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in construction estimating and cost modeling, with a strong focus on preconstruction processes and project management collaboration. Proficient in quantity take-offs, project scope management, and maintaining cost history for commercial construction projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Construction EstimatingCost ModelingQuantity Take-OffsPreconstruction ServicesMicrosoft Excel

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide estimating management and support during the preconstruction process
  • Focus on project cost and the overall preconstruction process
  • Work with project managers to develop conceptual and detailed estimates
  • Perform quantity take-offs of all construction systems
  • Create project estimates individually and with a team
  • Solicit subcontractor pricing for budgeting and bid proposals
  • Scope and select subcontractors based on best value and project requirements
  • Record final estimates and maintain cost history
  • Create, track, and manage project scope
  • Participate in and review buyout and GMP estimates
  • Create preconstruction schedules with project management and field personnel
  • Support development, architectural, and construction teams with preconstruction expertise, including value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and project pursuits
  • Train Cost Engineers and Project Management staff
  • Achieve customer satisfaction and Raving Fan goals
  • Review and provide feedback on project manager estimates, including project scope, market pricing, and available resources
  • Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets
  • Perform cost modeling using Uniformat II system costs
  • Collaborate with owners, clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, developers, marketing, construction management, and project managers
  • Report to the Senior Preconstruction Manager or Director of Preconstruction

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 4-year engineering, architectural or management degree required
  • 4-6 years commercial construction experience
  • Strong experience in construction estimating, cost modeling, and preconstruction services within projects ranging from $5M to $100M+
  • Knowledge of construction means and methods and ability to read and understand project plans
  • Proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures
  • Ability to perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take-offs and summarize data meaningfully
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Working knowledge of OST, Bluebeam, VICO, Navisworks, and Revit is a plus
  • Knowledge of design-build, CM at Risk, and best-value processes
  • Ability to teach skills and knowledge to others
  • Knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, and procurement methods
  • Healthcare, Speculative Industrial, Industrial, Multifamily, K-8 Education and retail experience
  • Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Retirement and Savings Benefits
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
  • Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • Pet insurance
  • Charitable Donation Matching
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

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Hard Skills
Construction EstimatingCost ModelingQuantity Take-OffsProject Scope ManagementPreconstruction SchedulingUnderstanding Project PlansCSI Work Breakdown StructuresUniformat II Work Breakdown StructuresBest-Value ProcessesTeaching Skills
Soft Skills
Customer SatisfactionCollaborationFeedback ProvisionTraining
Tools & Technologies
OSTBluebeamVICONavisworksRevit
Industry Keywords
Commercial ConstructionHealthcareSpeculative IndustrialIndustrialMultifamilyK-8 EducationRetailDesign-BuildCM at RiskProcurement Methods