Preconstruction Engineer

Position Summary

The Preconstruction Engineer is a critical link between business development and project execution at

US-O Building Company. Working across the US-Offsite ecosystem, they deliver fast, accurate ROM

estimates to potential clients alongside the USO Factory Director of Business Development, and

produce detailed preconstruction and contract estimates in partnership with the Preconstruction

Coordinator. Their clarity, speed, and reliability in estimating directly support USOBC's ability to win

projects, set accurate client expectations, and protect gross profit from the earliest stage of every

project.

The Preconstruction Engineer reports directly to the Preconstruction Coordinator.

Success Criteria

1. ROM Estimate Delivery - The Preconstruction Engineer delivers rapid, accurate Rough Order of

Magnitude (ROM) estimates to potential clients in partnership with the USO Factory Director of

Business Development, using USOBC historical data to support the business development pipeline.

2. Preconstruction & Contract Estimate Accuracy - The Preconstruction Engineer produces

detailed, project-specific estimates and contract estimates in collaboration with the Preconstruction

Coordinator, using design and construction documents and subcontractor pricing to support

Deliverables.

3. Stakeholder Communication & Timeline Accountability - The Preconstruction Engineer

communicates effectively across the USOBC and US-Offsite ecosystem, sets clear expectations with

all stakeholders, and consistently meets deliverable timelines.

Responsibilities

Success Criteria 1 — ROM Estimate Delivery

• Partner with the USO Factory Director of Business Development to understand client project

parameters and required estimate scope• Produce ROM estimates quickly and accurately using USOBC historical cost data, prior project

benchmarks, and modular construction unit rates

• Clearly document all assumptions, exclusions, and clarifications included in every ROM estimate

• Deliver ROM estimates within agreed turnaround time — speed and accuracy are equal priorities

• Maintain and continuously update the USOBC historical data library to improve ROM estimate

accuracy over time

• Flag any project parameters that fall outside historical data norms and escalate to Preconstruction

Coordinator before delivering estimate

Success Criteria 2 — Preconstruction & Contract Estimate Accuracy

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from design and construction documents using the CSI

framework

• Develop accurate material, labor, and equipment cost estimates for all scope categories

• Maintain consistency and documentation of estimate versions, accounting for all changes along

the design process. Be able to justify reasons behind price movements

• Identify jurisdiction-specific cost drivers including LIDS, fire department requirements, storm drain

design, steel fabrication, and special design elements

• Collaborate with the Preconstruction Coordinator on CD markups, shop drawing development, and

scope change tracking

• Support the Project Manager's pricing lap — validate design intent against project budget and flag

gaps for immediate escalation

• Assist with bid leveling — compare subcontractor proposals across base bid, inclusions,

exclusions, alternates, and unit prices

• Ensure all estimates are reviewed and approved by the Preconstruction Coordinator before

submission to client or use in contract

Success Criteria 3 — Stakeholder Communication & Timeline Accountability

• Communicate proactively with all stakeholders across the USOBC and US-Offsite ecosystem —

Project Managers, Preconstruction Coordinator, Director of Business Development, and Admin

• Set clear expectations at the start of every estimate engagement: scope of the estimate,

assumptions, timeline to delivery, and what is needed from each stakeholder

• Meet all committed estimate delivery timelines — communicate proactively if a timeline is at risk

before the deadline, not after

• Maintain accurate and current project data in Monday Roadmap — update cost catalogue, cost

codes, and estimating records after every project award

• Attend and prepare for all meetings including Team and Level 10 meetings

• Maintain competency in USOBC estimating standards, modular construction methods, and CSI

cost code accuracy

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $60,000 – $85,000 base

• Schedule: Full-time, 40+ hours/week

Benefits (after 90 days):• 80 hours paid vacation (accrues and increases annually)

• 40 hours annual sick pay

• 7 paid holidays

• 401(k) with up to 3.5% employer match

• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage

Key Competencies

• ROM Estimating Speed & Accuracy: Ability to produce fast, reliable rough order of magnitude

estimates utilizing historical data

• Preconstruction Estimating Depth: Detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates from complex

construction documents

• Modular Construction Knowledge: Understanding of multifamily modular construction, CSI

divisions, and USOBC's Preconstruction workflow

• Stakeholder Communication: Clear, proactive communicator who sets expectations and keeps

commitments across the full USOBC-US-Offsite ecosystem

• Timeline Accountability: Consistently meets deliverable deadlines and communicates proactively

when timelines are at risk

• Administrative Discipline: Maintains data accuracy across Monday Roadmap, cost codes, and

Estimate versions

• Technology: Proficient in MS 365 Suite, MS Excel, and project management platforms

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science in Engineering (any discipline)

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• A genuine interest in learning multifamily modular construction

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Valid driver's license required

Please submit your resume to gc@usoffsite.com