Senior Preconstruction Engineer

Skanska is searching for a dynamic Senior Preconstruction Engineer. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.Skanska's values —Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.The Senior Preconstruction Engineer supports preconstruction leadership by developing accurate, timely, and cost-effective estimates and related preconstruction services. Working under direct supervision, you will perform detailed estimating and planning tasks across interior construction, exterior envelope, structural, civil, and MEP disciplines using advanced estimating technologies and design model software. As a collaborative member of a multi-disciplinary team, you will interpret drawings and specifications, develop clear estimate clarifications, propose and track value management options, and leverage Skanska’s benchmarking tools to validate your work. You will engage with subcontractors to build relationships in the marketplace and garner their interest in our projects. You will solicit subcontractors for both budgets and bids, participating in bid package development and post-bid analysis. It will be important that you are able to confidently present your work internally and externally. Additionally, you will mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous learning within the preconstruction organization while meeting critical deadlines. Senior Preconstruction Engineer Required Qualifications:3+ years of experience with commercial construction estimating and estimating software solutions2+ years of experience with common preconstruction software (e.g., Sage Timberline/Sage Estimating, On‑Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam) and BIM/VDC quantity takeoff workflows.2+ years of experience with subcontractor engagement and market knowledge, with demonstrated ability to solicit bids, perform post-bid analysis, and maintain vendor relationships.Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPointBachelor’s Degree – Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or equivalent/applicable degree, or 8 years equivalent experience plus a minimum of 3 years prior relevant experienceCurrently, the company is not considering applicants for this position who now or in the future require employment sponsorship by the company. Our Investment in you:We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there’s a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we’re committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growthCompensation and financial well-being – Competitive base salary, 401k, & Employee ownership program.Come work with us and join a winning team!Salary LowUSD $96,830.00/Yr. Salary HighUSD $141,000.00/Yr. Additional DetailsFull-time employees are eligible for Health & Welfare Benefits including comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care, Health Savings Account and Commuter Benefits. Company provided Short and Long-Term Disability, Group Life and AD&D. Voluntary Whole & Term Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Supplemental LTD, subsidized family care benefit and Employee Assistance Program.Retirement and Incentive plans include 401(k) Retirement accounts with company match or annual contribution, Employee Stock Option Program.Time off programs include three weeks of accrued vacation, ten paid holidays, two personal days annually and paid sick leave. Paid military and parental leave programs, jury and bereavement leave.Background Check RequiredSkanska is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship, protected veteran status, or any other categories protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws.Skanska Equal Employment OpportunitySkanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest construction and project development companies. With operations in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe, and the United States, global revenue totaled $15.9 billion in 2024.Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City. In 2024, the U.S. construction sector generated $8.2 billion in revenue, and the U.S. development sector’s net investments in commercial projects totaled $224 million.Together with our customers and the collective expertise of our 6,300 teammates in the U.S. and 26,300 globally, we create innovative and sustainable solutions that support healthy living beyond our lifetime. 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