Estimating and Preconstruction Manager

Estimating & Preconstruction ManagerLocation: Hybrid, prefer in office (Appleton, WI)Company: The Boldt Company – National Power & IndustrialAnticipated Pay Range: $120,000 to $160,200 annuallyAt Boldt, we build more than complex projects—we build strong relationships, great teams, and lasting impact.As an Estimating & Preconstruction Manager, you lead how Boldt builds trust—setting projects up for success long before construction begins. You’ll drive pursuits and preconstruction efforts across power generation and pulp & paper projects, guiding work from early strategy through end of design and bringing clarity to cost, scope, and risk in complex, highvalue environments.You’ll partner closely with owners, engineers, designers, and internal teams—using Lean principles, openbook contracting, and integrated delivery to align stakeholders early and build shared confidence in project outcomes. This role blends strategy with execution: owning the estimating and bidding process, supporting contract negotiations, facilitating highimpact meetings, and making informed decisions with limited engineering detail.Clientfacing and collaborative by design, you’ll present estimates and recommendations transparently, identify risks and opportunities, and help ensure a smooth transition from preconstruction into execution. While not a formal peoplemanager role, you are a visible leader—someone who influences direction, holds teams accountable, and strengthens relationships across the full project lifecycle.The anticipated salary range for this position is $120,000 to $160,200 annually. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.At Boldt, high performance is built on strong relationships. In this role, your ability to connect people, strategy,Why We ExistOur People: We create opportunities for growth, fulfillment, and reaching full potential.Our Partners: We collaborate with trust and respect to drive innovation and shared success.Our Customers: We exceed expectations through advocacy, problemsolving, and collaboration.Our Communities: We give back with our time, talents, and resources—elevating dignity and doing good.Why You’ll Love Working at BoldtEmployeeOwned: Your work fuels our success—and your futurePurposeDriven: ESGfocused work aligned with strong valuesBetter Together: Teamwork, trust, and shared accountabilitySafety First: Everyone home safe—every dayCareer Growth: Real development through mentorship and handson learningHighImpact Projects: Complex industrial work that mattersLead & Mentor: Learn today, lead tomorrowRich Culture: What started as a carpentry shop has grown into a multimilliondollar company built on relationships and craftsmanshipHigh Performance: By people, strengthened through AI and technology that enhance collaboration, transparency, and results.At Boldt, high performance starts with strong relationships. We believe the best projects are delivered by teams that trust each other, communicate openly, and take ownership from the field to the office. Our culture blends accountability with support—where learning, mentorship, and collaboration power results. You won’t just contribute to projects that matter; you’ll grow alongside people who are invested in your success.What You Bring7+ years in construction, estimating and preconstruction (Renewables, power, or industrial project experience)Proven leadership of large, complex pursuits ($200M +) in power or heavy industrial environmentsEPC or Desing-Build experience (power, pulp & paper preferred)Leadership capability with a collaborative, respectful styleProficiency beyond Excel (WinEst or similar preferred)Nice to HaveExperience leading $5M+ pursuitsExposure to selfperform work and labor rate analysisField experience or postaward preconstruction exposureLean, TVM, or riskbased estimating mindsetUnsolicited CorrespondenceThe Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldtapproved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including from agencies with an active agreement—unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team.Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.The Boldt Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Job SummaryRequisition Number: ESTIM001813Job Category: Estimating and PreconstructionSchedule: Full-Time