Preconstruction Manager

Preconstruction ManagerBarnhart is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead planning and pursuit efforts for complex heavy lift, transportation, rigging, and industrial construction projects. This role works closely with customers and internal teams to develop competitive solutions, manage project pursuits, coordinate estimating and planning activities, and support successful project execution.ResponsibilitiesLead preconstruction efforts for large capital projects from opportunity identification through project handoff.Coordinate cross-functional teams including sales, engineering, project management, estimating, and operations.Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to define project scope, schedule, logistics, and execution requirements.Develop pursuit strategies, preliminary execution plans, schedules, resource plans, and budgets.Support proposal development, pricing reviews, customer presentations, and contract discussions.Identify and communicate project risks related to safety, schedule, logistics, labor, equipment, and execution.Ensure awarded projects are successfully transitioned to project execution teams.Qualifications10+ years of experience in industrial construction, heavy lift, heavy transport, rigging, EPC, or large capital projects.Experience leading cross-functional teams in preconstruction, estimating, project management, or business development roles.Strong understanding of project planning, constructability, logistics, budgeting, and risk management.Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and project documentation.Strong communication and presentation skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with estimating, scheduling, or project management software is preferred.Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.Why Join Barnhart?Work on high-profile industrial and infrastructure projects across North America.Collaborate with industry-leading engineering, operations, and project teams.Competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth and development.Be part of a company known for innovation, teamwork, and problem solving.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary with a performance-based bonus program401(k) with company match up to 10%Comprehensive benefits package including insurance and paid time offOpportunity to grow your career with a supportive and team-oriented cultureBarnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.Barnhart has built a reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in North American industry.Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest networks of talent and resources with over 70 branch locations across North America working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the "One TEAM." We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Barnhart Crane & Rigging