Pre-Construction Manager

Who We Are:

Alstar Group of Companies Ltd. has been providing quality construction services to the oil & gas industry since 1969. Located in Calgary & Leduc with projects throughout Western Canada we are a leader in the industry for turnkey new construction maintenance and prefabrication.

Who You Are:

We are seeking an experiencedPreConstruction Manager to join our team and support the Estimating Department. This role is instrumental in ensuring that all necessary project information is gathered reviewed and organized before . The ideal candidate will have expertise in mechanical construction electrical and instrumentation concrete and other related disciplines.

This position requires strong analytical planning and organizational skills to support constructability reviews project planning procurement coordination and risk assessment.

The PreConstruction Manager is responsible for ensuring that key deliverables including manpower planning scheduling strategy procurement RFQ reviews and shipping plans are completed within specified timelines. This ensures seamless coordination between estimating and field teams optimizing resource allocation and project readiness.

Heres what we offer you:

• Competitive compensation
• Total Rewards Program
• Extended health care plan including medical dental vision and mental health services
• Group RRSP
• Group Life AD&D Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid safety orientations
• Great company culture and environment
• Three weeks of vacation annually
• Areas to grow within the organization opportunities for growth
• Recognition of achievements and contributions

This position is also eligible as a contractor position

What were looking for from you If this describes you wed love to meet!

• Experience: 10 years in construction management estimating or preconstruction planning
• Education: Degree or diploma in construction management engineering or a related field or equivalent in experience
• Strong knowledge of mechanical electrical instrumentation and concrete construction
• Proficiency in manpower scheduling procurement logistics and RFQ assessments
• Experience using construction software and project management tools
• Ability to analyze constructability and identify potential project risks
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Strong problemsolving and multitasking capabilities

• Ability to collaborate effectively with estimators project managers and field teams

1. Estimating Support & PreConstruction Planning

• Provide constructability support to the estimating team for project bids ensuring feasibility and efficiency
• Collaborate with the estimating team to review project scopes and RFQ (Request for Quotation) plans ensuring technical accuracy
• Review RFQs before submission to confirm alignment with the field plan and project requirements
• Evaluate RFQ responses upon receipt to ensure compliance with project specifications constructability standards and field needs
• Assist in identifying potential risks constructability challenges and schedule constraints across mechanical electrical civil and instrumentation scopes

• Compile and deliver all preconstruction documentation to the estimating team in a timely manner

2. Project Scope & Planning

• Develop and manage site crew pods within the manpower loading chart
• Create a comprehensive manpower loading plan covering both direct and indirect labor needs
• Develop a shiftbyshift or activitybased Construction Plan (CEP) to optimize field efficiency
• Identify and list rental equipment and specialty services required for site
• Coordinate with the estimating team to refine work breakdown structures for scheduling

• Ensure scope deliverables align with manpower and resource allocations

3. Procurement & Logistics Coordination

• Develop and oversee shipping plans to ensure the timely delivery of materials and equipment
• Assist in developing procurement strategies and coordinating with vendors for critical materials and equipment

• Manage rental equipment logistics optimizing cost efficiency and utilization

4. Communication & Documentation

• Provide regular updates to the estimating team on project readiness constructability concerns and risk factors
• Ensure all supporting documents schedules and reports are wellorganized and accessible
• Liaise with project stakeholders to clarify requirements resolve discrepancies and align expectations

• Maintain accurate records of RFQs vendor responses procurement decisions and key project milestones

We would like to thank all candidates for their interest; however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Manager