Senior Preconstruction Manager – Industrial

Ryan Companies US, Inc.

Senior Preconstruction Manager leading preconstruction and estimating for construction projects at Ryan Companies. Overseeing project teams and providing expertise in estimating and project delivery methods.

Posted 5/6/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Arizona, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $186,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Senior Preconstruction Manager provides preconstruction and estimating leadership and expertise to projects and project teams.
Support the development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction expertise including estimating, value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, project pursuits, and sales acumen.
Manage/facilitate in all project delivery methods and procurement strategies.
Communicate the value of preconstruction/design management services on project pursuits.
Train and coach Cost Engineers and Project Management staff.
Review and provide feedback on project estimates created by the project managers.
Document project information in the Ryan Uniformat work breakdown structure for historical comparisons.
Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets of types.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management
Minimum 10 years commercial construction experience including 5 years in preconstruction/estimating.
Proven ability to manage teams successfully and profitably.
Advanced knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, estimating, scheduling, cost control and material pricing.
Effectively prioritizes and balances big picture and immediate responsibilities.
Ability to listen effectively, value the opinions of others and acknowledge contributions of others.
Thorough understanding of the design/build and integrated project delivery processes.
Thorough understanding of value design and budget control during the planning and design phases.
Thorough knowledge of the architectural, engineering, and construction processes.
Strong personal presence; sales and presentation skills and interpersonal communication skills.
Maintains balance of costs and aesthetic quality.
Estimating background with experience in conceptual estimating.
Values company culture and mission.
Maintains the highest professional standards at all times.
Ethical and professional – setting a high standard for personal performance and behavior.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Retirement and Savings Benefits
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Educational Assistance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
Parenting Benefits
Employee Discount Programs
Pet insurance
Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds
Paid Time for Volunteer Events

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Hard Skills & Tools

estimatingvalue designcost controlproject schedulingprocurement strategiesconceptual estimatingbuilding typesconstruction means and methodsmaterial pricingwork breakdown structure

Soft Skills

team managementcommunicationsales acumencoachinginterpersonal skillsprioritizationlisteningpresentation skillsethical standardsprofessionalism

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringBachelor’s degree in ArchitectureBachelor’s degree in Construction Management