Assistant Manager / Preconstruction Manager

Position Overview

Kiewit is seeking a strategic and technically strong Assistant Manager / Preconstruction Manager to lead sections of major infrastructure projects from early project development, estimating, scheduling and through to project completion. This role requires construction and engineering knowledge, business acumen and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments. You will be instrumental in shaping project strategy and sequencing , cost planning, risk management, and execution oversight—ensuring alignment with client goals and Kiewit’s operational excellence.

A key focus of this role is building strong partnerships with design teams and applicable stakeholders—internal and external—to ensure constructability, cost efficiency, and schedule alignment throughout the lifecycle of the project.

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

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 preconstruction strategy, execution planning, and internal estimating efforts to develop Target Cost proposals for large-scale infrastructure projects such as transit, bridges, and highway
• Partner with executive leadership, clients, and design teams to define project goals, delivery models, and commercial terms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal engineering teams, external consultants, and design partners to ensure constructability and cost-effective solutions.
• Align design intent with construction methodology early in the process to reduce rework and optimize delivery.
• Oversee estimating activities, market analysis, and value engineering to support competitive pricing and strategic decision-making.
• Support business development through proposal preparation, client presentations, and strategic planning.
• Provide financial oversight and forecasting throughout preconstruction and into execution.
• Manage the transition from preconstruction to construction, ensuring continuity in scope, budget, and team alignment.
• Lead procurement strategy, subcontractor selection, and contract negotiations.
• Monitor project performance and provide executive-level reporting across all phases.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in infrastructure construction projects, including leading internal estimating teams in the development of Target Cost proposals for major infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on major project pursuits, including proposal development, client engagement, and strategic planning.
• Proven track record managing large-scale civil works or transit projects (e.g., LRT, tramway, metro, highways), ideally from early estimating through to execution.
• Good understanding of how infrastructure projects are designed and built, including constructability, phasing, and integration of engineering disciplines.
• Ability to bridge design and construction teams, ensuring alignment on scope, budget, and schedule throughout the lifecycle.
• Strong grasp of project finance, risk management, delivery models (DB, DBFOM, EPC), and commercial strategy.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with clients, partners, and internal teams.
• Experience working within Alliance contract models or collaborative delivery frameworks is a strong asset. #LI-GH

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: $116,892/yr - $142,868/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. We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.