Preconstruction Manager
Paric
Lead preconstruction estimating and design teams, manage schedules, budgets, and client relations.
8 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
St Louis, MO
Office Full-Time
Company Size
850 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Institutional
Living
Special Projects
Role
What you would be doing
cost estimating
budget analysis
schedule management
subcontractor buyout
procurement planning
team leadership
- Prepare conceptual estimates, including detailed clarifications, schedules, etc.
- Participates in strategy discussions to move project forward.
- Ensure compliance with project budgets and provide analysis of deviations. Drive creative solutions for budget challenges.
- Lead and manage a team through the preconstruction and design process. Communicate strategy, expectations.
- Actively participate in sales presentations and Owner meetings as required.
- Participate in contract negotiations.
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with Subcontractors, Owners, Architects and Engineers.
- Recognize problems. Provide and implement solutions.
- Lead buyout and subcontractor interviews as necessary in conjunction with the project teams
- Prepare and update preconstruction schedule, as well as preliminary high level construction schedule. Provide strategy for logistics, procurement, etc.
What you bring
8+ years
estimating
mep
structural
bachelor's
communication
- 8 or more years of construction experience.
- Exceptional communication and excellent listening skills.
- Ability to multi-task on a large variety of construction projects.
- Well versed in all systems and pricing (MEP, structural, etc.).
- Experience managing a team through the preconstruction and estimating process preferred.
- Knowledgeable and experienced in estimating standards and software.
- Ability to see the big picture, diving into the details as necessary.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or related experience.
- On-site project experience is preferred.
- Understanding of unit costs for various project types ($/sf, $/key, $/car, etc.).
- Experience with multiple project types and sizes.
- Career development and professional growth opportunities.
- We offer comprehensive benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible PTO, 10 Paid Holidays per year, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
- A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture rooted in our core values.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1979
Company Origin
The company began operations in 1979, establishing a foundation for its future growth and innovation.
Top 400 Contractors
ENR Ranking
Ranked consistently among the top contractors in the ENR 400 list, reflecting its reputation for delivering large-scale projects.
Billion-Dollar Builder
Revenue Milestone
Recognized as a billion-dollar builder, showcasing its capability to handle high-stakes and large-scale construction projects.
One Million Hours
Safety Record
Achieved over one million work hours without a lost-time accident in the 2000s, highlighting its commitment to safety.
- Pioneered a hands-on design-build approach integrating design, engineering, pricing, and construction.
- Headquartered in St. Louis with additional offices across the Midwest and South.
- Signature projects include Ballpark Village redevelopment, Ameren infrastructure upgrades, Carboline R&D facility renovation, and Boeing MQ-25 manufacturing plant.
- Organizes around Industrial, Institutional, Living, and Special Projects to align expertise with client needs.
- Frequently revives historic structures, transforms healthcare campuses, and builds senior-living and multi-family communities under one roof.
- Entrepreneurial culture rooted in promoting internal talent, with many senior leaders and industry founders emerging from within.
- Power of One Team
- Meeting tight deadlines, bringing the highest level of safety and quality to every project, and relentlessly delivering for our clients is the standard at PARIC
- Collaborating with each client to develop innovative, efficient and economical solutions
- Self-perform team providing control over safety, schedule and quality
- Fully integrated, cloud‑based transparency in Virtual Design & Construction
- No formal public net-zero target disclosed
- No quantitative emissions-reduction goals or reported sustainability metrics found
2,500 volunteer hours
Annual Volunteer Hours
The company supports charitable organizations by contributing an average of 2,500 volunteer hours annually.
- Facilitates programs for diversity, equity, inclusion, supplier diversity, mental health and wellness, and community outreach
- Celebrates Women in Construction Week and reaffirms commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
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