Manager, Pre-Construction & Delivery (Nisku)

Position Summary

The Manager, Pre-Construction & Delivery is responsible for the full delivery lifecycle of precast concrete projects at York Precast — from early estimating and pre-construction through to site installation and project closeout. The Manager is accountable for ensuring that projects are accurately estimated, bid, coordinated, and technically prepared; that all documentation and procurement are aligned with production schedules; and that finished products are transported and installed safely, on time, and to specification.

As a key member of the startup leadership team, this role carries meaningful responsibility for building the systems, processes, and workflows that will underpin York Precast's pre-construction and delivery functions. In the near term, the Manager will operate hands‑on, working with a combination of internal resources and third‑party service providers, while progressively building out the team and capabilities required to support the company's growth.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Pre-Construction

• Own the full bid cycle: scope review, quantity take-offs, material and subcontractor pricing, risk assessment, and proposal submission.
• Develop bid strategy and pricing in collaboration with the President, including margin targets and go/no‑go decisions.
• Prepare professional proposals and tender packages for clients, GCs, and developers.
• Maintain unit cost libraries, bid templates, and historical pricing data.
• Track awarded projects against estimated costs and report on budget variances.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, and value engineering opportunities early.

Technical Services – Quality, Engineering & Drafting

• Own the full bid cycle: scope review, quantity take-offs, material and subcontractor pricing, risk assessment, and proposal submission.
• Develop bid strategy and pricing in collaboration with the President, including margin targets and go/no‑go decisions.
• Prepare professional proposals and tender packages for clients, GCs, and developers.
• Maintain unit cost libraries, bid templates, and historical pricing data.
• Track awarded projects against estimated costs and report on budget variances.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, and value engineering opportunities early.

Project Management & Coordination

• Manage drawings, RFIs, submittals, and coordination across all active projects.
• Own change order management from identification through client approval and internal cost tracking.
• Administer project contracts, monitoring obligations, milestones, and deliverables.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate schedule, scope, cost, and quality risks throughout each project.
• Manage procurement: confirm quantities, issue and track POs, and coordinate supplier deliveries.
• Maintain explicit project status visibility across all files and elevate issues to the President as needed.
• Liaise with clients, GCs, and structural engineers on technical and coordination matters.

Transportation & Logistics

• Own end‑to‑end delivery planning: scheduling, crane bookings, transport, trailer configuration, and site access.
• Ensure all loads comply with Alberta oversize and overweight regulations.
• Monitor carrier performance and delivery costs; identify savings opportunities.
• Coordinate yard sequencing and load‑out with the production team.

Erection & Installation

• Manage erection and panel welding resources on a per‑project basis.
• Ensure installation teams have current drawings, connection details, and technical support before mobilizing.
• Monitor site progress and coordinate field RFIs and drawing revisions during erection.
• Ensure installation activities comply with site safety, fall protection, and provincial regulations.
• Oversee post‑installation quality reviews and ensure deficiencies are resolved.

Startup & Systems Building

• Build estimating, coordination, change management, and logistics processes from the ground up.
• Develop templates, workflows, and tools that will scale with the business.
• Document SOPs to support team onboarding and operational consistency.
• Advise the President on team structure and hiring priorities as volume grows.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all team members and contractors comply with York Precast safety standards and applicable regulations.
• Support COR, CPCQA, and other certification programs.
• Review incident reports and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

People Leadership & Team Development

• Lead a team initially combining internal staff and third‑party providers across technical, coordination, and field functions.
• Build internal capacity over time, replacing or supplementing third‑party support as volume grows.
• Set expectations, hold the team accountable, and support professional development.
• Partner with the President and People & Culture on hiring, onboarding, and performance management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in precast or structural concrete, or construction — across estimating, project management, technical coordination, and field operations.
• Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field is an asset; equivalent industry experience accepted.
• Demonstrated estimating experience: bid strategy, pricing, proposals, and post‑award cost tracking.
• Experience with contract administration, change order management, and project risk management.
• Ability to read structural engineering drawings, shop drawings, and precast production specs.
• Experience managing engineering consultants, installation crews, and trade contractors.
• Understanding of precast logistics, transportation planning, and site installation.
• Proven ability to build systems and processes in a startup or growth‑stage environment.
• Knowledge of COR or CPCQA certification programs.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License; ability to travel to project sites.

Preferred Assets

• End‑to‑end precast experience from estimating through panel erection.
• Familiarity with Revit, CAD, or similar drafting platforms.
• Experience with project management, estimating, or ERP software.
• Knowledge of Alberta oversize/overweight transport permitting.
• Rigging, hoisting, or dangerous goods transportation certification.
• Standard First Aid Certification.