Manager, Pre-Construction & Delivery

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.

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 clear project status visibility across all files and escalate 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.