Senior Preconstruction Manager, SourceBlue
Turner Construction Company
Lead estimating and preconstruction activities for SourceBlue projects
10 days ago ago
$160,000 - $245,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Kansas City, MO
Office Full-Time
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction Management
General Contracting
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Pre‑Construction
Virtual Design & Construction (VDC/BIM)
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Residential
Healthcare
Sports
Aviation
Transportation
Infrastructure
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
estimating
budget control
value engineering
constructability review
procurement scheduling
pull plans
- Prepare comparison analysis to previous estimate and develop clear and concise message to explain variances for each project stakeholder.
- Participate in hiring process, onboard and deliver timely performance feedback for direct reports, contribute to performance appraisals during annual performance cycle, utilize talent management systems, and identify appropriate training to help with individual employee and team development needs.
- . Work with Operations Lead to ensure timely and complete Constructability Reviews and incorporate into milestone estimates to extent required by contract.
- Collaborate with SB Business Development to prepare proposals and participate in sales and client presentations.
- Provide recommendations and alternatives for strategic supply chain awards for final product selection by stakeholders.
- Manage Budget Control Reports between each milestone estimate to manage cost events and value engineering opportunities. Provide variance reports for each milestone estimate to communicate scope development.
- Oversee and manage processes to review drawings, specifications, and other construction documents; inform SB senior management of design-related problems, completeness of documents, and other potential risks.
- Collaborate with SB Procurement to develop and evaluate procurement schedules and resources and analyze subcontractor proposals.
- Serve as advisor and subject matter expert of assigned SourceBlue core products (mechanical or electrical) for assigned project(s)
- Oversee reimbursement of Estimating employees and costs as related to General & Administrative (G&A) expenses.
- Coordinate with SB Operations Lead to support Launch Matrix preparation, scheduling, evaluating, executing, and managing meetings for each estimating milestone.
- Coordinate with Lean Manager to develop and execute Pull Plans for design, estimate , and GMP schedules.
- Overall management and development of lump sum bids and collaborate with senior management for approval.
- Solicit vendor pricing for SB project estimates and budgets in partnership with the Global Sourcing team.
- Lead development of market research for upcoming work.
- Apply expertise in purchasing, product, technical, and supply chain to provide guidance to SourceBlue (SB) project teams for assigned project(s)
- Assess vendor contract terms and specified packages. Coordinate review with SB Project Executive and SB National team, close bid process, and communicate awards to vendors.
- Lead and manage SourceBlue Estimating processes and estimating functions during preconstruction phase and allocate appropriate resources for estimation of projects.
- Oversee development of General Conditions/General Requirements (GC/GR) estimate.
- Manage and oversee Value Engineering process during preconstruction.
- Lead Target Value Design process as appropriate for select projects.
- Oversee development and issuance of Bid packages to vendors. Assess vendors’ bids against contractual requirements and prepare bid analysis for project team review.
- Enhance relationships with clients, architects, design community, and Trades to explore and secure future business development opportunities.
What you bring
bim
lean
microsoft office
project management
bachelor's
12 years
- Candidates for this role may be based out of any US Turner office.
- Advanced project management skills, able to manage high volumes of work and ability to move projects forward in a complex environment in a timely manner
- Extensive management experience required, and coach and mentor others, observe performance, identify areas of development, and effectively provide performance feedback
- Active leader in community and industry related activities
- Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications
- Effectively works across levels within organization
- Advanced process and critical thinking skills with sound judgement decision -making
- Thorough knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing and engineering principles and techniques, and accounting principles
- Extensive experience analyzing estimating documents
- Pursues everything with energy, drive and sees initiatives through to completion
- Executive level presentation skills, anticipates needs of audience, and tailors communications appropriately
- Proficient in BIM (Building Information Modeling) and lean, and project management and scheduling software
- Extensive knowledge of regional market, competition, and industry trends
- Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field, and minimum of 12 years of Building Construction experience required, or equivalent combination of education,
- Experience with variety of building construction types
- Ability to leverage lean concepts and continuous improvement methods and tools
- Thorough understanding of drawings and specifications, general contract and subcontract documents, materials, means and methods
- Seasoned negotiation skills
- Extensive client relationships that generate leads and sales opportunities
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Company
Overview
1902 Founded
Year Founded
The company's legacy began in 1902.
- With a rich legacy, the company has delivered iconic projects such as the Burj Khalifa and New York’s One World Trade Center.
- The company specializes in a wide range of sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure construction.
- The company has earned a reputation for executing complex, large-scale projects on time and within budget.
- The company’s expertise extends to diverse civil works, including heavy civil projects like bridges, roads, and utilities.
- The company is also known for its innovative approach, integrating advanced construction techniques and sustainability in its projects.
- The company has consistently ranked among the top global contractors.
- Teamwork
- Integrity
- Commitment
- “A promise made is a promise delivered.”
- Safety and Wellness: promote an injury-free environment and the safest workplace possible
- Lean Construction: emphasize collaboration, reliable scheduling and delivering the most value while consuming the fewest resources
- Innovation: foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical expertise
- Environmental Sustainability and Resiliency: conduct business consciously and responsibly to create a healthy, prosperous and sustainable future
- Community and Citizenship: commitment to community and educational outreach as essential corporate citizenship
- Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG): connecting safety, care for others, sustainability, transparency and accountability
Net Zero by 2030
Carbon Neutrality Targets
Achieves Scope 1 and 2 Net Zero for operations by 2030 and supply chain by 2040.
$60B Delivered
Green-Building Projects
Over $60 billion worth of green-building projects completed.
43M Tons Diverted
Construction Waste Reduction
Over 43 million tons of construction waste diverted from landfills.
27% Emissions Cut
Data-Center Pilot Success
Achieved a 27% reduction in emissions through electric temporary heat in data-center pilot.
- LED lighting on sites, bans vehicle idling, electrifies fleet and pilots hybrid/electric construction equipment
- Fleet to be fully electric by 2028
- Using renewable diesel (HVO) across projects to reduce lifecycle carbon, with broader deployment planned in 2025
- Projects like Chico State Behavioral & Social Sciences Building are net‑zero operationally and LEED Gold
- Advanced low‑carbon concrete methods earned NRMCA Concrete Innovation Awards (e.g. SFO Terminal 3 West, Intuit Dome, Massachusetts research facility)
- ESG pillars: sustaining our planet, protecting people, transforming industry
2030 Vision
Workforce Diversity
Aim to reflect the diversity of communities at every level by 2030.
120+ ERGs
Employee Resource Groups
Operate over 120 Employee Resource Groups with thousands of participants.
- Workforce as richly diverse as the communities in which the company operates.
- Inclusion Action Committee set a 2030 vision to reflect community diversity with equitable representation at every level.
- Employee Resource Groups include Women, Pride, Veterans, Parents, Mosaic, Abilities, Young Professionals, and Interfaith.
- Anti-harassment/anti-bias standards enforced across all worksites; engage industry via the Time for Change Consortium.
- Recruitment goal: increase diverse hires at all levels including interns, college recruits, and experienced professionals.
- Ensure equitable access to development opportunities and fair treatment on jobsites.
- Pay equity maintained across gender and race.
- Partnerships with HBCUs include scholarships, grants, mentoring, and professional-development events for diverse students.
- ERGs support professional growth, such as empowering women's visibility and growth.
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