Assistant Preconstruction Manager

Skanska has reimagined how it delivers advanced technology projects by centralizing its data center and semiconductor expertise into one agile, nationwide team. This integrated model offers clients streamlined execution, innovative solutions, and a single point of contact for complex, high-performance environments. As the industry evolves toward modular, AI-ready, and sustainable infrastructure, Skanska is leading the way-and we're looking for passionate professionals to help shape what's next.

The Assistant Preconstruction Manager supports Preconstruction leadership in producing accurate, timely and cost-effective preconstruction services. Depending on assignment, the role may perform day-to-day estimating and planning activities under direct supervision or manage the preconstruction process and resources for assigned projects. The Assistant Preconstruction Manager develops concept and detailed estimates across civil, structural, interior and exterior-envelope scopes; prepares clear technical assumptions and scope narratives; proposes value-management options; and coordinates bid package development and post-bid analysis. This role also contributes market intelligence, supports risk-management strategies (bonds, insurance, SDI), and presents preconstruction deliverables internally and to clients.

**Required Qualifications:**

+ 5+ years of proven leadership of preconstruction/estimating teams with oversight of multi-discipline cost estimating (civil, structural, architectural, and MEP)

+ 5+ years of experience in producing and reviewing detailed cost estimates using advanced estimating tools and market insights; ensure accuracy and quality

+ 5+ Years of experience with risk management, contract review, and value management capabilities.

+ 5+ years of experience coordinating design, operations, and business development; ability to present to clients and maintain confidentiality.

+ Demonstrated expertise in the Value Management processes

+ Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint.

+ Bachelor's Degree - Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or equivalent/applicable degree; or 8 years equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience.

This could be a great opportunity for someone who is interested in Advanced Tech already in a preconstruction role (ex: senior preconstruction engineer) or someone on the operations (ex: senior project engineer or senior program engineer) side looking to move into Preconstruction. We will consider internal applicants from all Skanska USA operating units. If located outside of one of the preferred operating units, please contact Jeff Smoker (Senior VP - Precon) to discuss. Come join a winning Team!

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