Confidential Opportunity: Preconstruction Engineer – Alternative Delivery

A nationally recognized heavy civil contractor, known for delivering high-profile infrastructure projects, is seeking a Preconstruction Engineer to support their Alternative Delivery division. This full-time role is based in Centennial, CO, and offers the opportunity to work on some of the most complex and collaborative projects in the region.

This is an excellent opportunity for a civil engineering or construction professional with experience in design, preconstruction, or field operations to transition into a strategic planning and leadership position.

About the Role:

The Preconstruction Engineer plays a critical role during the planning and design phase of major infrastructure projects, with a focus on Progressive Design-Build (PDB), CM/GC, Design-Build (DB), and Integrated Contracts (IC). The position will involve heavy coordination with internal teams, design partners, subcontractors, and owners to help shape construction solutions, define scope and sequencing, and ensure cost and schedule certainty.

Key Responsibilities:

Analyze design documents and project specifications to assist in cost and schedule development
Support quantity take-offs and cost estimating for all construction disciplines
Assist in construction phasing, baseline schedule development, and packaging strategies
Coordinate bid solicitations and support subcontractor engagement
Collaborate with owners, designers, and internal stakeholders to optimize constructability and mitigate risk
Prepare preconstruction presentations and interface directly with client teams
Evaluate value engineering opportunities and contribute to procurement and buyout strategy
Manage documentation, preconstruction deliverables, and transition to construction teams

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
5+ years of experience in heavy civil construction or civil infrastructure design
Familiarity with alternative delivery methods is preferred, but not required
Strong knowledge of construction materials, sequencing, and field operations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Bluebeam; Bentley/Autodesk is a plus
Effective communicator and collaborator with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Self-starter, detail-oriented, and highly organized
Willingness to travel occasionally (~5%)

Compensation & Benefits:

Base Salary: $100,000 – $135,000 (DOE)
Weekly pay structure
Comprehensive benefits package including:
401(k) with 4% company match
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
HSA options
Paid time off and holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Relocation support (if applicable)
Referral and performance-based incentives

This is a confidential search on behalf of a Top Workplace-awarded firm with a reputation for innovation and integrity in heavy civil construction. If you're seeking a long-term opportunity with upward mobility, in a collaborative and technically challenging environment, this may be worth a closer look.

Location Requirement: Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to Centennial, CO (in-office role).

To express interest or learn more, please reach out confidentially. References available upon request.

Appleton Finn

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