Preconstruction Engineer

Who You’ll Work WithYou will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.When you join Design Group as a Preconstruction Engineer, Construction, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Construction Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.What You’ll DoYou'll work individually and in teams to support capital projects and implement solutions for our clients. Together, you will help our clients make critical changes to improve their performance and realize their most important goals.Work under the supervision of a preconstruction manager, construction project manager, or site superintendent in estimating, planning, buyout of design/build projects Gain experience in the building of industrial structures in manufacturing, distribution, cold storage, advanced technologies, oil & gas, pharma, and food processingDevelop project schedules, phasing plans, bid lists, scope packages, and perform price evaluationsImplement quality control program activities during Pre-constructionPrequalify vendors and subcontractorsProcess RFIs, bulletins, and submittalsParticipate in post project reviewsMaintain strong working relationships with the design team, sub-contractors, sub-consultants, OEMs, and suppliersDevelop and maintain relationships with regional general contractors and end-users in multiple cities within the Central RegionCoordinate with Design Group construction teams as required to maintain current cost dataMake an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and teamThis role can be based out of our Fort Worth, Atlanta, Concord, or Sacramento offices and will require occasional travel for project visits or meetings.What You’ll Bring3+ years of construction experience including subcontractor procurement and on-site project management functionsRead and understand construction, installation, and I&C documents: details and drawingsExperience working on large commercial projects (both greenfield and brownfield/renovations)Experience with light industrial / manufacturing projects in, Food & Beverage or Life Sciences space would be a plusDemonstrated ability to work effectively and meet tight deadlines.Demonstrated ability to understand project schedulesDemonstrated ability to plan, organize and manage multiple projectsDemonstrated ability to work in teams and gather subcontractor input for optimizing project performanceSelf-motivated individual with good written and verbal communication skillsA willingness to travel for project requirements including installation and start-up activities, client and company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, and conventionsProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Procore & Project)A Bachelor of Science in construction management or related fieldOSHA 10- or 30-hour certificationOur culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As an Preconstruction Engineer, Construction, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class professional and a highly effective leader.Feel like you're on the path to becoming a Preconstruction Engineer, Construction but you're not quite there yet? We'd love to connect with you to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Professional.