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JOB SUMMARY
The Preconstruction Project Manager's primary responsibility is to manage risk for the company during the preconstruction phase by providing oversight and leadership to preconstruction teams. They are typically involved in multiple projects, but may be assigned to a single large project when merited. In addition to having responsibility for the technical success and execution of the projects they work on, they are also responsible for managing the relationships with the other team members. Preconstruction Project Managers are ultimately responsible for the quality and timeliness of all estimating deliverables for assigned projects. Day to day efforts are focused on management of teams, but individuals will occasionally be asked to develop work product when appropriate or when necessary to manage the flow of work in the department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- As assigned, performs both basic and advanced estimating tasks as necessary to manage the flow of work in the department. Participates in the development of and oversees the execution of the elements of a project scope management plan including the work needed to complete the project successfully. Has a thorough understanding of the development of, and oversees the execution of the procurement plan including the contract management and change control processes required to develop and administer subcontracts or purchase orders.
- Demonstrates business acumen and expertise in understanding budgeting and cost controls processes and systems so projects are procured and managed consistently and profitably.
- Demonstrates proficiency with risk management planning including identification, analysis, response planning, and monitoring and control on a project and facilitates the review of projects risks with senior management.
- Ensures compliance with owner contracts. Has a thorough understanding of the project quality management plan, project communication plan, safety plan and environmental plan.
- Ensures timeliness, professionalism, consistency and branding of all deliverables on assigned projects.
- Manages expectations of clients and internal partners regarding work flow. Has a detailed knowledge of the time management plan process to ensure all processes required to manage the timely completion of a project are appropriately applied.
- May serve as the Design Manager during pursuits and during design phase on Alternative Delivery Method projects.
- On negotiated projects, establishes "Conditions of Success" during preconstruction phase.
- Provide thorough and detailed review of all estimates on assigned projects to ensure numbers align with historical costs and market conditions.
- Provides oversight for, and active participation in the development of key deliverables, to include preconstruction labor estimates, Cost Models, Order of Magnitude estimates, contribution to RFP's, contractual preconstruction deliverables on alternative delivery method projects, GMP proposals, bids, budget uploads, purchasing plans, subcontracts, purchase orders, General Conditions and project logistics. Has a detailed understanding and collaboration with team around the components of the project management plan (PMP) to ensure successful project execution including a detailed understanding of the change management process.
- Take ownership of assigned projects and ensure accountability of team members (including themselves) by planning, acquiring and reviewing the project team to ensure relentless execution of the project.
- Uses Critical Path Method scheduling techniques to proactively guide the design phase of Alternative Delivery Method projects, and to actively manage the design phase on design-build projects.
- Works with Project Manager, Project Director, Regional Director, or Operations Manager to develop staffing plans for assigned projects.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Four year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
- Ideal candidates will have project experience in one or more key market sectors identified by the business unit.
- Proficient in the use of P6 and demonstrates skill in Critical Path Scheduling.
- Proficient in the use of an Enterprise Project Management Systems.
- Proficient in the use of commonly used industry estimating software programs.
- Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
- Successful history executing projects as the prime point of contact with minimal oversight for project teams. Preconstruction Project Manager I: projects valued to $50M. Preconstruction Project Manager II: projects valued in excess of $50M.
- Ten or more years of experience in an estimating role.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
- May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
- May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
- May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
- Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
- Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
- Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
- Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day.
- Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis.
- Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
SAFETY LEVEL
Safety-Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
About us
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
BENEFIT LIST
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program

JOB SUMMARY
The Preconstruction Project Manager's primary responsibility is to manage risk for the company during the preconstruction phase by providing oversight and leadership to preconstruction teams. They are typically involved in multiple projects, but may be assigned to a single large project when merited. In addition to having responsibility for the technical success and execution of the projects they work on, they are also responsible for managing the relationships with the other team members. Preconstruction Project Managers are ultimately responsible for the quality and timeliness of all estimating deliverables for assigned projects. Day to day efforts are focused on management of teams, but individuals will occasionally be asked to develop work product when appropriate or when necessary to manage the flow of work in the department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- As assigned, performs both basic and advanced estimating tasks as necessary to manage the flow of work in the department. Participates in the development of and oversees the execution of the elements of a project scope management plan including the work needed to complete the project successfully. Has a thorough understanding of the development of, and oversees the execution of the procurement plan including the contract management and change control processes required to develop and administer subcontracts or purchase orders.
- Demonstrates business acumen and expertise in understanding budgeting and cost controls processes and systems so projects are procured and managed consistently and profitably.
- Demonstrates proficiency with risk management planning including identification, analysis, response planning, and monitoring and control on a project and facilitates the review of projects risks with senior management.
- Ensures compliance with owner contracts. Has a thorough understanding of the project quality management plan, project communication plan, safety plan and environmental plan.
- Ensures timeliness, professionalism, consistency and branding of all deliverables on assigned projects.
- Manages expectations of clients and internal partners regarding work flow. Has a detailed knowledge of the time management plan process to ensure all processes required to manage the timely completion of a project are appropriately applied.
- May serve as the Design Manager during pursuits and during design phase on Alternative Delivery Method projects.
- On negotiated projects, establishes "Conditions of Success" during preconstruction phase.
- Provide thorough and detailed review of all estimates on assigned projects to ensure numbers align with historical costs and market conditions.
- Provides oversight for, and active participation in the development of key deliverables, to include preconstruction labor estimates, Cost Models, Order of Magnitude estimates, contribution to RFP's, contractual preconstruction deliverables on alternative delivery method projects, GMP proposals, bids, budget uploads, purchasing plans, subcontracts, purchase orders, General Conditions and project logistics. Has a detailed understanding and collaboration with team around the components of the project management plan (PMP) to ensure successful project execution including a detailed understanding of the change management process.
- Take ownership of assigned projects and ensure accountability of team members (including themselves) by planning, acquiring and reviewing the project team to ensure relentless execution of the project.
- Uses Critical Path Method scheduling techniques to proactively guide the design phase of Alternative Delivery Method projects, and to actively manage the design phase on design-build projects.
- Works with Project Manager, Project Director, Regional Director, or Operations Manager to develop staffing plans for assigned projects.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Four year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
- Ideal candidates will have project experience in one or more key market sectors identified by the business unit.
- Proficient in the use of P6 and demonstrates skill in Critical Path Scheduling.
- Proficient in the use of an Enterprise Project Management Systems.
- Proficient in the use of commonly used industry estimating software programs.
- Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
- Successful history executing projects as the prime point of contact with minimal oversight for project teams. Preconstruction Project Manager I: projects valued to $50M. Preconstruction Project Manager II: projects valued in excess of $50M.
- Ten or more years of experience in an estimating role.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
- May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
- May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
- May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
- Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
- Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
- Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
- Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day.
- Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis.
- Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
SAFETY LEVEL
Safety-Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
About us
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
BENEFIT LIST
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
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Translate construction credentials into U.S. equivalents
If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized evaluator before applying. Sundt hiring managers for program management roles expect to see formal equivalency documentation, especially for roles requiring a licensed professional background.
Target Sundt's sector-specific program management openings
Sundt consistently hires Program Managers across federal, healthcare, and transportation construction sectors. Align your application to a specific sector where your project delivery experience is strongest, rather than applying broadly across all open roles.
Clarify your visa type early in the interview process
Construction employers often conflate visa types. If you're on F-1 OPT, confirm whether you qualify for the STEM OPT extension, which gives you more runway before an H-1B petition is needed. Raising this before the offer stage prevents delays in the hiring timeline.
Align your start date with H-1B cap deadlines
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed with USCIS by April 1 for an October 1 start. If your offer comes late in the cycle, discuss with Sundt's HR team whether cap-exempt alternatives or a deferred start date are feasible for the role.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Program Manager roles by sponsorship type
Sundt posts Program Manager openings across multiple platforms, making it hard to identify which roles come with active sponsorship support. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Sundt's visa-sponsoring positions and avoid wasting time on roles that won't support your status.
Confirm LCA prevailing wage coverage before signing an offer
Before your H-1B petition is filed, Sundt must certify a Labor Condition Application with the DOL confirming your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for Program Managers in your work location. Review the certified LCA to verify the wage level and job site address are accurate.
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Does Sundt Construction sponsor H-1B visas for Program Managers?
Yes, Sundt Construction sponsors H-1B visas for Program Manager roles. As an employer-led process, Sundt's HR and legal teams handle the USCIS petition filing, including the Labor Condition Application through DOL. Your role is to provide documentation supporting your qualifications and, if required, your degree equivalency. Sponsorship is typically tied to a specific role and work location, so confirm the details before accepting an offer.
How do I apply for Program Manager jobs at Sundt Construction?
Applications go through Sundt's careers portal, where roles are listed by project type and region. Tailor your resume to the specific construction sector the role covers, such as federal, industrial, or commercial. If you need visa sponsorship, state that clearly in your application or early in the screening process. You can also browse Sundt's open Program Manager positions filtered by sponsorship availability on Migrate Mate.
Which visa types does Sundt Construction commonly use for Program Manager roles?
Sundt sponsors H-1B visas for long-term Program Manager hires and also works with F-1 OPT and CPT for candidates in transition from U.S. academic programs. TN visas are an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying roles. J-1 sponsorship is less common at this seniority level but has been used for training-based placements. The right visa depends on your nationality, degree field, and career stage.
What qualifications does Sundt Construction expect for Program Manager roles?
Most Program Manager openings at Sundt require a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, along with substantial project delivery experience in a construction environment. PMP certification or an equivalent credential strengthens your application. For H-1B eligibility, your degree must align directly with the job's specialty occupation classification, so a field-specific credential matters more than general management experience.
How do I understand the visa sponsorship timeline for a Program Manager offer at Sundt?
If you're on F-1 OPT, you can begin work immediately while Sundt prepares an H-1B petition for the next cap filing window. USCIS opens H-1B registration in March, with an October 1 start date for selected petitions. If you're on a TN or existing H-1B, a transfer petition can move faster. Build at least three to four months of lead time into your start date negotiations to accommodate filing preparation.
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