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Sr. Mechanical Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies

Minneapolis, MNFull-time$140–180K/yrPosted 4mo agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$140–180K/yr
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Ryan Companies is seeking a Senior Mechanical Preconstruction Manager for its National Mission Critical team. The role leads preconstruction and estimating for mechanical scopes, including cost modeling, estimates, value analysis, and sales support. It works with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and design partners on budgets, procurement, schedules, constructability, and project pursuits. Mission Critical Data Center experience is preferred, as are several specialized tools and construction methods.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechanical Estimating, nice to haveMission Critical Data Centers, nice to haveMechanical Preconstruction, nice to haveEarly Procurement, nice to haveSustainable Mechanical Systems, nice to haveConstruction Means and Methods, nice to haveBuilding Types, nice to haveProcurement Methods, nice to haveCSI Work Breakdown Structures, nice to haveUniformat II, nice to haveQuantity Takeoffs, nice to haveDESTINI Estimator, nice to haveMicrosoft Excel, nice to haveOST, nice to haveBluebeam, nice to haveCommunication, nice to haveCustomer Focus, nice to haveProfessionalism, nice to haveHonesty, nice to haveIntegrity, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management or Equivalent Work Experience, required10+ Years Commercial or Mechanical Construction Experience, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description:

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Preconstruction Manager to join our National Mission Critical team!

The Senior Mechanical Preconstruction Manager provides preconstruction and estimating leadership and expertise to projects and project teams. The Senior Preconstruction Manager is responsible for creating cost models, estimates, reviewing and advising staff estimates, training, value analysis, and sales/marketing for the Mechanical Scope of work.

Some things you can expect to do:

  • Work with project managers to develop conceptual and detailed estimates at varying stages of design for the Mechanical Scope of work.

  • Scope, compare and select subcontractors based on best value and project requirements.

  • Solicit subcontractor pricing and evaluate for budgeting and bid proposals.

  • Perform quantity take-offs of all Mechanical systems

  • Record final estimates and maintain cost history.

  • Support the development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction expertise including value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and project pursuits.

  • Assist in training Cost Engineers and Project Management staff.

  • Provide direction and an understanding for the Mechanical project scope, market pricing, and available resources.

  • Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets.

  • Strong communication to ensure team members understand scope inclusions, exclusions and delineation points.

  • Provide assistance to field team to develop early project schedule.

  • Develop clear understanding of clients project requirements.

  • Evaluate different construction means and methods for project schedule and cost impacts.

  • Work with a diverse team of architects, engineers, consultants and commissioning agents for early project planning and evaluation of design requirements and intent.

  • Assist field team in identifying temporary Mechanical system needs for projects.

  • Provide design set constructability reviews related to the Mechanical Scope.

  • Assist project team in early Mechanical subcontractor agreement negotiations and change requests.

  • Develop contacts and quickly builds relationships with potential clients.

  • Make effective and convincing formal sales presentations to prospective customers.

Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architectural or Construction Management degree (or equivalent work experience).

  • At least 10 years of proven experience in the commercial/mechanical construction industry (Mission Critical Data Center experience preferred).

You will really stand out if you:

  • Have Mission Critical Data Center project experience.

  • Have preconstruction experience with a Mechanical subcontractor.

  • Have experience with early procurement of scopes/equipment.

  • Have experience evaluating sustainable initiatives for Mechanical Systems.

  • Understand construction means and methods, building types, and procurement methods.

  • Have proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.

  • Can perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take offs, and summarize data in a meaningful way.

  • Can demonstrate working knowledge of DESTINI Estimator, Microsoft Excel, OST, and Bluebeam.

  • Communicate proactively and effectively, focus on customers, and display a high level of professionalism, honesty, and integrity.

Compensation:

The salary range is $140,000 - $180,000. The salary base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Eligibility: Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

  • Retirement and Savings Benefits

  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

  • Life Insurance

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

  • Educational Assistance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

  • Parenting Benefits

  • Employee Discount Programs

  • Pet insurance

  • Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds

  • Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Notice to Candidates: Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you recieve communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at [email protected]

Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies: Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,112 open Estimator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$140–180K/yr
  • Minnesota median$90–149K/yr42 salary ranges
  • US median$90–149K/yr1,288 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $160K, is 34% above the Minnesota median midpoint ($120K) — in the top quarter of Estimator salary ranges in Minnesota.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 57 open Estimator jobs in Minnesota and 2,112 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Minnesota
Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Estimator postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 1,635 postings).
Education
305 of the 2,112 open Estimator jobs (14%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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