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Preconstruction Manager / Estimator

Headwaters Construction Company
Draper, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026

Job Summary

Due to growth, Headwaters Construction Company is looking for an honest and personable Preconstruction Manager to join our Salt Lake City, UT Office. At the current moment we have over 200 million dollars’ worth of work with further expectations to grow and invest in our Salt Lake City team. Interested individuals should be able to provide preconstruction services for our clients through estimating, preliminary scheduling, value engineering, and constructability reviews. Headwaters Construction Company is a Construction Manager and General Contractor and we do not self- perform any specific trade work. This is a full-time, salary position, based on experience.

What we offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • Vehicle Allowance
  • Bonus Opportunities
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick leave and Bereavement
  • IRA Matching
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability

What you need

  • Bachelors Degree in Construction Management or related field Preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience working as a Preconstruction Manager (Estimator) preferred
  • Ability to work independently and with a team.
  • Ability to put together a professional presentation and create reports on cost data
  • Experience with estimating software preferred including SmartBidNet, Bluebeam, On-Screen Take Off, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
  • Analytical and math skills, detail oriented
  • Ability to understand technical drawings and requirements
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of the preconstruction process from conception of design to the beginning of construction.
  • Build trust and provide leadership to the project team through professional services that result in best value
  • Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project in order to thoroughly understand each project’s scope of work
  • Present cost estimates to our internal management team as well as the project owner
  • Prepare reports detailing all of the costs going into a project and options for value engineering
  • Provide assistance to design teams for project design
  • Prepare options studies & design alternatives
  • Prepare preconstruction schedules
  • Review design documents for constructability & biddability
  • Manage subcontractor/supplier procurement
  • Prepare subcontractor contracts and supplier purchase orders

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Who is Headwaters Construction Company?

Formed in March of 2003 in beautiful Teton Valley, Idaho.

Headwaters Construction Company is an industry leading General Contractor, Construction Manager, and Design-Builder. Formed in March of 2003 in beautiful Teton Valley, Idaho, Headwaters initially specialized in building high-end, resort style homes in areas such as Teton Springs and Huntsman Springs. Within a few years, Headwaters had built more than 100 residential projects and by 2007 were listed among the top 500 fastest growing companies in the United States. This successful growth was due, in large part, to the extremely talented and experienced construction professionals at Headwaters.

Throughout the following years, Headwaters continued to expand both in its geographic region and project expertise. Headwaters now builds exceptional Residential, Commercial, Educational, Hospitality, Medical, Multi-family and Student Housing, Municipal, and Religious projects throughout Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, and Western Wyoming.

Headwaters is dedicated to building long-term relationships with our clients, subcontractors, design partners, and employees. These relationships are built on the foundation of Integrity, Transparency, Communication, and Teamwork and have led to repeat business throughout Headwaters’ history

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Headwaters Construction Company will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Headwaters Construction Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact careers@headwaterscc.com for assistance with accommodations.

Headwaters Construction Company uses E-Verify in accordance to the law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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