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Preconstruction Manager

@ Kiewit

Oakville, Ontario

$129k–$155k/yrFull-time10+ years experience
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Overview

Kiewit is hiring a Preconstruction Manager in Oakville, Ontario, to lead pre-construction planning from early development through execution handoff on transportation and infrastructure projects. The role covers estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews and risk mitigation, and the posting states a full-time salary of $129,000 to $155,000 per year plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay:

$129,000–$155,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Lead pre-construction planning from early development to execution handoff
  • Coordinate constructability reviews with engineering and operations
  • Support estimating, scheduling and procurement planning
  • Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans
  • Prepare pre-construction reports and executive presentations

Requirements summary:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field
  • 10+ years on major infrastructure projects
  • Strong pre-construction, estimating and scheduling background
  • Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Commitment to safety, quality and collaborative planning

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalVisionLife insuranceRetirement planEmployee assistancePaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-08
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-31

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentConstruction trades
Experience10+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, overtime, weekends
Travelground: moderate
Work settingOffice, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyEngineering, Construction Management
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness

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Kiewit

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One of North America's largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations.

Full company description

At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too. Our construction and engineering professionals work on some of the industry’s most complex, challenging and rewarding projects – whether it’s boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy, or building bridges that connect communities. Kiewit people tackle important projects of every size, in any market. Start your Kiewit adventure today at kiewitjobs.com. Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned organization operates through a network of subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation; oil, gas and chemical; power; building; marine; water/wastewater; industrial; and mining. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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Reported office locations
  • 1550 Mike Fahey St., Omaha, NE 68102, US
Business categories
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Construction
  • Building Material
  • Mining
  • Transportation
  • Oil and Gas
Other recorded names
  • Kiewit
  • Kiewit Mexico
Specialties
  • Building
  • Mining
  • Oil
  • Gas & Chemical
  • Power
  • Transportation
  • Water/Wastewater
  • Construction
  • Engineering
  • Industrial
  • EPC
  • Energy
  • Infrastructure
  • and Design-Build
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At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too. Our construction and engineering professionals work on some of the industry’s most complex, challenging and rewarding projects – whether it’s boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy, or building bridges that connect communities. Kiewit people tackle important projects of every size, in any…

FieldValue
IndustryConstruction
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersOmaha, NE
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1884
SpecialtiesBuildingMiningOilGas & ChemicalPowerTransportationWater/WastewaterConstructionEngineeringIndustrial
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Job description

Requisition ID: 181799

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Eastern Canada District

Department: Field Operations

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Pre-Construction Manager will lead pre-construction planning activities for the project, supporting estimating, constructability, scheduling, and execution readiness. This role works closely with engineering, project management, and operations teams to help set the project up for successful delivery.

District Overview

Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams & industrial. They serve the construction and mining industries and operates in Eastern Canada.

Location

This role is based in Oakville, Ontario.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead pre-construction planning from early development through execution handoff.

  • Coordinate constructability reviews with engineering and operations teams.

  • Support estimating, scheduling, procurement planning, and execution strategies.

  • Identify project risks and develop practical mitigation plans.

  • Review engineering deliverables for construction readiness.

  • Prepare pre-construction reports, updates, and executive presentations.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

  • 10+ years of experience on major infrastructure projects.

  • Strong background in pre-construction planning, estimating, and scheduling.

  • Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills.

  • Ability to lead constructability reviews and translate engineering input into practical construction execution strategies.

  • Strong understanding of project schedules, cost drivers, procurement planning, and risk mitigation during early project development.

  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and collaborative planning in a fast-paced project environment. #LI-DG

Other Requirements:

  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
  • Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions

Base Compensation: $129,000/yr - $155,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

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