About this role
The future you want is within reach. Let’s build it together.
At PCL Construction, Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects—we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.
We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build it with. That includes you. We are not only investing in what’s next in construction, we are investing in what’s next for your career.
We are seeking an ideal candidate with strong experience leading site work preconstruction efforts on complex, alternative delivery projects. This role will drive site work estimates, earthwork and dewatering plans, constructability reviews, and risk analysis while serving as a subject matter expert with clients, designers, and engineers. The ideal candidate is also a collaborative leader who can mentor a small team and manage schedules, quantities, and subcontractor pricing.
Why Choose PCL?
Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCL’s total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success—because when you succeed, we all do.
Our offerings could include:
- Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
- Annual discretionary performance bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
- Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
- Life, AD&D and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave and family care support
- HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
- Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
- Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
- Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
- Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
Here's how a Site Work Preconstruction Manager for PCL Construction, Inc. within Civil West contributes to our team:
Responsibilities
- Leads the preconstruction efforts related to site work scopes of work on multiple alternative delivery projects.
- Leads the site work components of estimates and reviews all associated bid documents.
- Develops earthwork and temporary dewatering plans and leads estimate development of all site work related to scopes.
- Coordinates with a professional engineer to develop shoring systems.
- Engages with client, design consultant, and geotechnical engineer throughout preconstruction as a site work subject matter expert.
- Leads constructability review as it relates to site work activities.
- Leads value engineering development related to site work activities.
- Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications to determine and validate overall project requirements.
- Ensures the completion of full quantity take-offs of all labor, equipment, and materials from project documents.
- REcognizes risks related to project specific requirement, site, schedule and market conditions/constraints. Uses contract terms to identify risks and opportunities.
- Solicits competitive pricing from subtrade partners and suppliers.
- Establishes a critical path schedule for the site work components of the estimate.
- Leads a small team including mentoring and coaching reports.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or Trade experience or equivalent.
- 4 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating, and 6 months of on-site experience is preferred.
- Expertise in reading and intrepreting Geotechnical reports and specificiations related to site work.
- Site work construction knowledge; understand specifications, drawings materials, and methods and procedures as it relates to site work scopes of work.
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with design consultants, stakeholders, including the ability to solicit subtrade partners and suppliers.
- Working knowledge of estimating software, advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite and a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.
Your Work Has Purpose Here
PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.
At PCL Construction, Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.
We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected] and include the position and location of interest.
Company: PCL Construction, Inc.
Primary Location: Tempe, Arizona
Job Title: Site Work Preconstruction Manager
Requisition ID: 11288
Other facts
About PCL Construction
PCL is a group of independent construction companies that carries out work across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, and in Australia. These diverse operations in the civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets are supported by a strategic presence in 31 major centers.
PCL is 100% employee-owned. Watch us build at www.pcl.com
What you'll do
- The Site Work Preconstruction Manager leads preconstruction efforts related to site work on multiple projects, including developing estimates and coordinating with engineers. They also conduct constructability reviews and engage with clients as a subject matter expert.
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