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Preconstruction Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Confidential

Des Moines, Iowa permanent

Posted: January 30, 2026

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Job Description

At Estes Construction, we are people-focused, with a culture of growth and development. We have a collaborative team approach, prioritize safety and quality, and empower every team member to be a leader.

 

We are looking for a full-time pre-construction manager. As a pre-construction manager, you will be responsible for developing preliminary budgets, value engineering, pre-construction schedules, procurement plans, prequalification of subcontractors, detailed take off and estimating, definition of bid package scopes, the subcontractor/supplier bidding process, evaluations of bids, presentation of detailed estimates of the work and evaluation of alternatives for both negotiated and competitive projects. You must be able to present on project interviews and clearly present estimate and executive summaries to client representatives or groups with professional written and spoken communications.  You will also prepare bid packages, obtain bids from subcontractors and material vendors, analyze bids, and prepare subcontracts and purchase orders.

This role does not include supervisory responsibilities.

 

Skills & Qualifications include:

Any combination of education and experience considered; 3- 5 years of construction experience and technical degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management preferred.

Experience in construction estimating and project management preferred.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Procore.

Benefits to fit your needs:

Top 75th percentile salary plus bonus program

401K with a 5% company match

Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Health Savings and Flex Spending Account

Generous paid time off programs prioritizing well-being and self-care

Parental benefits

Well-being and Employee Assistance Program

Incentive Compensation Program

Work program discounts, employee engagement events, professional training and development

 

About Estes:

Being the best is our true desire. The best builder. The best employer. Achieving this standard of excellence drives us and reminds us daily that being average isn't the Estes way.

Company founders Jim and Lori Estes started their company in 1970 with the guiding principles of advocacy, value, responsiveness and leadership. These four tenets are still the foundation of everything we do and define our culture.

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