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Are you a seasoned Lead Superintendent who thrives running large, complex construction sites and setting the standard for safety, quality, and execution?

What if your next role gave you full ownership of field operations, real authority in the field, and the opportunity to lead high-profile commercial and institutional projects from the ground up?

This opportunity is with a Top-10 ENR, family-owned construction management firm known for delivering technically complex projects safely and on schedule while empowering field leadership to drive results.

What People Are Saying:

• Industry leader with a people-first, safety-driven culture
• Trusted builder of healthcare, education, commercial, and institutional projects
• Field leaders cite strong operational support and clear expectations

Why This Role:

• True field leadership with decision-making authority
• Long-term career growth with a nationally respected builder
• Industry-leading training and leadership development
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and retirement program

Title: Lead Superintendent

Location: Fairfield County, CT

Project Size: $5M – $50M

Compensation: $110,000 – $145,000 Base

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead all day-to-day field operations, coordinating subcontractors to meet safety, quality, and schedule goals
• Serve as the primary safety leader on site, enforcing compliance and maintaining a safety-first culture
• Plan and manage jobsite logistics, sequencing, manpower, and materials
• Develop, maintain, and communicate project schedules and field work plans
• Lead contractor meetings, daily huddles, and pre-task planning
• Maintain accurate field reporting and documentation using construction software
• Oversee quality planning and execution in coordination with operations teams
• Train, mentor, and manage Superintendents and Field Engineers
• Support buyout, scopes of work, T&M tracking, and general requirements forecasting
• Collaborate with project management, owners, and business development to ensure successful delivery

What Is Sought:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent experience)
• 7–12+ years of superintendent experience on commercial or industrial projects $30M+
• Proven ability to lead entire projects or major scopes of work
• OSHA 30 certification (required); STS-C and safety certifications preferred
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, scheduling, and cost control
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• High level of construction document and drawing literacy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and modern construction software
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and team leadership in the field

Healthcare Project Manager

Location: Orlando, FL

Salary: $110,000 - $120,000

This opportunity is with a veteran-founded contractor specializing in healthcare and government construction projects throughout Florida. The company focuses heavily on work that supports Veterans Affairs medical campuses, requiring strong coordination, professionalism, and attention to detail when working within active healthcare environments.

The Project Manager will oversee multiple healthcare construction projects including both renovations and new construction across VA facilities in the region.

What You’ll Do

• Manage healthcare construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Coordinate superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams
• Track project budgets, schedules, and overall progress
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Maintain communication with healthcare facility stakeholders
• Ensure projects meet healthcare compliance and safety standards
• Oversee project documentation and financial reporting

What You Bring

• Experience managing healthcare construction projects
• Strong understanding of renovation work within active healthcare facilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication with owners, consultants, and field teams
• Experience managing project schedules and budgets

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to manage projects supporting Veterans Affairs healthcare facilities
• Long-term project pipeline across multiple VA campuses
• Full benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
• A collaborative team environment focused on delivering quality healthcare construction

At Framework, we keep it simple: we connect great people with great builders. We’re not just filling seats - we’re helping construction professionals find real opportunities with companies that value what they bring to the table. Our candidates trust us because we’re honest, we follow through, and we never push roles that aren’t the right fit. We take the time to understand where you’re coming from and where you want to go.

The builders we represent are more than just clients to us. Many of them are friends and long-time partners. If we wouldn’t feel confident working for them ourselves, we wouldn’t introduce them to the people who trust us with their careers.

On the flip side, our clients count on us to bring high-quality people who are the real deal - both in skill and character. They’ll tell you we just get it. We’re proud to be the kind of recruiters who do what’s right, not what’s easy, and we make sure it’s a win for everyone involved.

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

About Clayco Systems and Equipment Innovations (SEI)

As part of our integrated service offerings, Clayco’s Systems and Equipment Innovations (SEI) offers a turnkey solution to execute complex building systems and process systems. Clayco SEI provides preconstruction, design, purchasing, and installation of mechanical, electrical, and process scopes of work.

The Role We Want You For

The Electrical Estimator participates in all aspects of the preconstruction process for Electrical systems to develop accurate, detailed cost estimates with a focus on heavy/advanced manufacturing, industrial, and mission critical projects. In this role, you will be expected to interact with engineers, architects, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, a multi-discipline estimating team, project supervision, and field personnel.

The Specifics of the Role

• Periodically attend pre-bid meetings to become familiar with unique project requirements and analyze existing site conditions to determine required scope not already indicated.
• Review and interpret project documents (drawings, specifications, one-lines, equipment and cable schedules, site layouts, power distribution plans, etc.) to determine job-specific material, equipment, and labor requirements for scope development.
• Assist in preparing written scopes of work for subcontracts and suppliers and coordinate electrical scopes with the work of other trades (e.g., civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, process, etc.).
• Participate in pre-proposal design coordination meetings to support the development of pricing documents for conceptual and schematic estimates.
• Perform quantity surveys of electrical systems and components (power distribution, switchgear, MCCs, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, controls, etc.) using digitized software and apply industry standard labor rates to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals for conformance with requirements; level scopes and identify low-cost/best-value responses while clearly documenting assumptions, inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications.
• Assist in the preparation of estimates used for bidding and budgeting purposes (including self-performed work); participate in internal estimate review processes and assist with final recap of estimates for presentation to senior management.
• Support project management tasks including budgeting, schedule development, interim design review, change order pricing, procurement, value engineering, and vendor selection based on proposal development.
• Coordinate with project teams to evaluate productivity for historical data tracking and schedule/cost forecasting.
• Perform quantity surveys of completed designs and/or past projects to support historical cost database development and benchmarking.
• Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or a combination of education (including trade schools) and professional experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in construction with 1+ years’ experience estimating electrical systems (power, controls, and related infrastructure).
• Exhibits inclusive leadership and teamwork behavior and values diverse perspectives from team members.
• Demonstrated experience successfully managing the bidding process, preferably with exposure to heavy/advanced manufacturing, industrial, or mission critical markets.
• Working knowledge of NEC and other applicable electrical codes and standards.
• Strong technical writing, math, and computer skills with proficiency in BlueBeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, On-Screen Takeoff, Navisworks, Revit, Building Connected, Beck Destini, and Sage Timberline.
• Experience using estimating software with a preference for Trimble products.

Some Things You Should Know

• Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!
• This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders - Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast-track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential-related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

The Construction Project Engineer will be based in the Midwest and will service our clients in a multi-state region. You may also travel across the country. You will have the opportunity to build large, complex, iconic design-build projects valued at $30 million and above. In this role, you will be part of a team responsible for taking projects from conceptual stages through to closeout.

The Specifics of the Role

• Build client and subcontractor relationships.
• Team with architects, engineers, and planners to create and manage a design schedule.
• Assist in the establishment of project forecasts and budgets.
• Manage costs and ensure adherence to budget.
• Accept responsibility for project execution.
• Mentor and develop interns and new incoming project management staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• 0 to 5 years of experience managing construction projects, ideally design-build.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
• Previous experience as part of a successful project management team.
• Ability to walk a job site, climb ladders, and scale multi-floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift objects weighing at least 50 lbs.

Some Things You Should Know

• This position will service our clients in St. Louis, MO.
• Our clients and projects are nationwide—travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!
• This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, including mandatory drug testing.

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k); generous PTO and paid company holidays; employee assistance program; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability coverage; learning & development programs; and more!

Compensation

The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each individual.

Position Overview

The Sales Director will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies for mortar and drymix products (sand & powder materials) across the U.S., with a focus on market expansion, distributor development, and key account management. This role will be based in the Miami, Florida area and will play a critical role in building the company’s presence in the North American construction materials market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to drive revenue growth for mortar and drymix products in the U.S. market
• Identify and develop distributors, contractors, and key accounts within the construction materials industry
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, builders, and building material distributors
• Lead and manage regional sales activities, including pricing strategy, contract negotiation, and sales forecasting
• Conduct market analysis to identify new business opportunities and competitive positioning
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and operations teams to support product launches and market development
• Build and lead a local sales team as the business expands
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related fields
• 8+ years of sales experience in construction materials, with strong preference for mortar, drymix, cement-based materials, tile adhesives, or related sand/powder products
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and expanding distribution networks in the U.S. market
• Strong understanding of the construction materials industry and distribution channels
• Experience working with contractors, builders, and building material suppliers
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Ability to travel as required within the U.S.

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $5.8 billion in revenue for 2023, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential-related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

In this role, you will manage the organization and direction of project construction activities and oversee total site management including supervision of client contractors, field engineering, contract administration, cost and schedule, field procurement, and finance and accounting. Your leadership will ensure project operations are compliant, safe, timely, within scope and budget, and clients are satisfied.

This key project leader for Clayco’s Field Operations team will oversee construction of 100MM - 500MM or more and will be assigned to the as the Construction Manager/Superintendent on Mission Critical projects.

The Specifics of the Role

• Responsible for the organization and direction of all on-site construction related activities and the primary contact for all project field activities.
• Ensure construction operations are in compliance with design, specifications, and that construction operations are completed on schedule, within budget and to quality standards.
• Responsible for site management including management of construction subcontractors, professional staff to include field engineering, contract administration, cost and schedule, field procurement, finance and accounting services, and workforce services. Responsible for managing and maintaining detailed daily reports.
• Ensures the development and execution of project automation plan, environmental compliance plan, safety plan, site survey plan, non-manual staffing plan, subcontracting plan, labor strategy, construction execution plan, and job-site work rules.
• Responsible for implementation of Clayco’s safety program, security, housekeeping, and fire protection on the construction site and ensures strict adherence Federal and State safety codes.
• Ensures the field organization is composed of qualified and knowledgeable personnel and ensures effective personnel utilization.
• Establishes and implements construction schedules, methods, manning charts, material, and equipment requirements.
• Responsible for field project performance and analyzes performances for adherence to quality standards and schedules.
• Plans and establishes procedures to ensure all construction operations meet engineering designs and specifications.
• Ensures Clayco’s policies and procedures are fully implemented.
• Establishes project field procedures to be worked in conjunction with the Clayco’s standards, as necessitated by project conditions.
• Collaborates with the jobsite team to ensure labor harmony throughout the project.
• Partners with the project management team to maintain effective client relationship and is the primary contact for client's communication with the field activities.
• Maintains effective relationships with other functional departments.
• Develops, implements, and administers a job-site security plan and coordinates the activities with Clayco’s security department.
• Works with the project management team to participate in all job-site's contractual activities. Participates in contracts and subcontracts negotiations.
• Participates in the development and implementation of a training program to ensure subordinate personnel receives progressive training to enable them to assume additional responsibilities and is responsible for overall development of construction training and any testing as required.
• Works with Clayco’s safety team in the development of the project safety program and ensures strict adherence to Company, federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Ensures the implementation of an effective community relations plan for the site.
• Ensures required permits and licenses are in place prior to the start of the affected work at site.
• Responsible and accountable for construction license reporting to include construction Logbook entries and required notifications for permit closure.
• Partners with the project management team for the implementation of cost savings methodologies in the Construction organization and the promotion of other continuous improvement processes.
• Ensures development and execution of strategies and plans for project automation, environmental compliance, safety, site surveying, non-manual staffing, contracting, labor strategy, construction execution, and job-site work rules.
• Plans and establishes procedures to ensure construction operations meet engineering designs and specifications.
• Coordinate with the Field Operations Manager for all assignment of Superintendent and Foreman positions.
• Support Superintendent(s) throughout the duration of the job.
• Review project schedules with Superintendents/Foreman.
• Document project field issues that impact budget, quality, or schedule, and provide to the project management team.
• Ensure subcontractor requests for field issues that impact budget, quality, or schedule are documented and are forwarded to the project management team.
• Follow guidelines of the Project Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program written for the job site.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, related technical degree or relevant work experience in lieu of education.
• 20-25 years of relevant experience, with progressive responsibility and technical knowledge both scope and value of project.
• Technical knowledge and experience of relevant construction methods and systems including:
• Utility relocates and slope stability works.
• Full understanding of multiple mission critical platforms.
• Full understanding and working knowledge of high voltage, medium voltage, and low voltage systems. General understanding of BMS and EPMS Systems.
• Full understanding and coordination of Utility relocations, underground medium voltage systems, and BIM modeling coordination of ALL utilities both above and below ground.
• Full understanding and managing of all LOTO procedure's and FOD inspections for all systems.
• Ability to research and understand local codes and jurisdictional requirements for the project.
• Knowledge of project-specific environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience with successful interface management on Data Center/Mission Critical projects.
• OSHA 30 required.
• Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and multi floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift objects at least 50lbs.

Some Things You Should Know

• This position will service our clients in Columbus area
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!
• This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Estimator

Location: Orlando, FL

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000

This opportunity is with a veteran-founded contractor delivering healthcare, government, and institutional construction projects throughout Florida. The company emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and a disciplined approach to planning and execution, particularly on projects that support Veterans Affairs facilities.

This role is ideal for a mid-level estimator who enjoys working closely with experienced leadership while continuing to grow their estimating skills.

What You’ll Do

• Review drawings and specifications to prepare project estimates
• Perform quantity takeoffs across multiple construction scopes
• Assist with subcontractor solicitation and bid leveling
• Support budget development during preconstruction
• Maintain organized estimate documentation and cost tracking
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to confirm scope

What You Bring

• Experience performing construction estimates or quantity takeoffs
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction plans
• High attention to detail and organization
• Ability to work collaboratively with preconstruction teams
• Desire to continue developing estimating skills

What You’ll Gain

• Mentorship from an experienced senior estimator
• Exposure to projects supporting Veterans Affairs facilities
• Full benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
• Opportunity to grow within preconstruction and estimating

At Framework, we keep it simple: we connect great people with great builders. We’re not just filling seats - we’re helping construction professionals find real opportunities with companies that value what they bring to the table. Our candidates trust us because we’re honest, we follow through, and we never push roles that aren’t the right fit. We take the time to understand where you’re coming from and where you want to go.

The builders we represent are more than just clients to us. Many of them are friends and long-time partners. If we wouldn’t feel confident working for them ourselves, we wouldn’t introduce them to the people who trust us with their careers.

On the flip side, our clients count on us to bring high-quality people who are the real deal - both in skill and character. They’ll tell you we just get it. We’re proud to be the kind of recruiters who do what’s right, not what’s easy, and we make sure it’s a win for everyone involved.

Preconstruction Manager

Location: Orlando, FL

Salary: $135,000 - $150,000 + Bonus + ESOP

This opportunity is with one of the most established general contractors in the country. They

consistently rank among the Top 20 GCs nationally and build complex commercial projects

across multiple markets. Their Florida presence is growing, and they are looking for a

Preconstruction Manager in Orlando who can lead a team, own the preconstruction process,

and be a strong face to clients and owners in the market.

What You'll Do

• Lead a team of 5 estimators through the full preconstruction process

• Work directly with the Business Development Manager to pursue and win new work

• Serve as the primary point of contact with owners and clients, gathering project

information and bringing it back to the lead estimating team

• Manage bid strategy, subcontractor outreach, and proposal development

• Oversee budgets, cost management, and preconstruction deliverables

• Coordinate with operations on project handoffs and execution planning

What You Bring

• Experience as a Senior Estimator ready to step into a leadership role, or current

experience managing an estimating team

• Background in commercial construction with a general contractor

• Ability to manage owner and client relationships through preconstruction

• Experience developing or mentoring estimating staff

• Strong understanding of budgeting, cost management, and preconstruction workflows

What You'll Gain

• Base salary of $135,000 - $150,000 depending on experience

• Annual performance bonus

• Company car and gas card

• Industry-leading ESOP program with no employee buy-in required

• 2 to 4 weeks of paid onboarding at the corporate office to get you set up for success

At Framework, we keep it simple: we connect great people with great builders. We're not just

filling seats - we're helping construction professionals find real opportunities with companies that value what they bring to the table. Our candidates trust us because we're honest, we follow

through, and we never push roles that aren't the right fit. We take the time to understand where

you're coming from and where you want to go.

The builders we represent are more than just clients to us. Many of them are friends and longtime partners. If we wouldn't feel confident working for them ourselves, we wouldn't introduce them to the people who trust us with their careers.

On the flip side, our clients count on us to bring high-quality people who are the real deal - both

in skill and character. They'll tell you we just get it. We're proud to be the kind of recruiters who

do what's right, not what's easy, and we make sure it's a win for everyone involved.

Healthcare Senior Project Manager

Location: Tampa, FL

Salary: $130,000 - $155,000 + Bonus + ESOP

This opportunity is with a nationally recognized general contractor ranked in the Top 20 in the

country. They have a strong track record of delivering complex commercial and healthcare

construction projects and are actively building out their presence in Tampa. This is a role for

someone who can run projects at a high level, work hand-in-hand with the Area Manager, bring

existing relationships to the table, and help grow an office in a market that is moving fast.

What You'll Do

• Manage healthcare construction projects from preconstruction through closeout

• Work directly with the Area Manager to help establish and grow the Tampa office

• Bring existing client and owner relationships and help develop new business in the market

• Manage owner, architect, and subcontractor relationships throughout the project lifecycle

• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and field teams

• Coordinate work within active healthcare environments with attention to infection control,

safety, and operational continuity

• Contribute to pursuits across project types as the office grows, including notable projects

like airport and aviation work

What You Bring

• Experience managing healthcare construction projects for a commercial general contractor

• Ability to run complex projects within active facilities and meet the demands that come with

them

• Existing relationships in the Tampa Bay market that can support business development

• Strong communication skills with owners, design teams, and field staff

• An entrepreneurial mindset and the drive to help build something from the ground up

• Airport or aviation project experience is a plus

What You'll Gain

• Base salary of $130,000 - $155,000 depending on experience

• Annual performance bonus

• Company car and gas card

• Industry-leading ESOP program with no employee buy-in required

• 2 to 4 weeks of paid onboarding at the corporate office

• A real seat at the table in building the Tampa presence of a Top 20 national GC

At Framework, we keep it simple: we connect great people with great builders. We're not just

filling seats - we're helping construction professionals find real opportunities with companies that value what they bring to the table. Our candidates trust us because we're honest, we follow

through, and we never push roles that aren't the right fit. We take the time to understand where

you're coming from and where you want to go.

The builders we represent are more than just clients to us. Many of them are friends and longtime partners. If we didn't feel confident working for them ourselves, we wouldn't introduce them to the people who trust us with their careers.

On the flip side, our clients count on us to bring high-quality people who are the real deal - both

in skill and character. They'll tell you we just get it. We're proud to be the kind of recruiters who

do what's right, not what's easy, and we make sure it's a win for everyone involved.

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast-track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential-related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

As a Preconstruction Cost Manager, you will be assisting in the development and management of the project financial strategy within the Preconstruction Phase. You will be working directly with the EVP of Preconstruction and Procurement Strategy, Project Executives and Preconstruction Group in monitoring preconstruction cost spends and developing staff, general conditions and general requirement monitors for our Project pursuits. You will be responsible for generating and maintaining reports that provide information to Preconstruction and Cost Controls leadership, work with the management team to identify variances, risks and maintain quality control processes to improve preconstruction cost procedures and ensuring conformity with management's strategy.

The Specifics of the Role

• Works with all preconstruction disciplines to ensure understanding of preconstruction budget targets.
• Review project documents and specifications to co-develop general conditions, general requirements and preconstruction plans for submission to bid to our clients.
• Update and reporting to management current preconstruction staff spend including project costs which are reimbursable to our clients under a preconstruction agreement.
• Works closely with the accounting department to ensure the correct integration of all information needed to ensure accuracy in billings, payment applications, change orders, direct cost, etc.
• Works closely with the project management team, executive management personnel, subcontractors, as well as occasional contact with clients.
• Responsible for cost engineering, cost estimation, cost analysis, and control activities for projects with significant non-routine requirements or for proposal estimating activities which require a moderate degree of technical skill and experience.
• Ensuring quality, accuracy, consistency, spend profile, performing change management, and transparency in all cost management deliverables.
• Take ownership of the cost control function and ensure integrity of the cost and forecast reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Construction Management, or related degree.
• 5-10 years of Project Cost experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of project development stages, procurement, project controls, and construction execution practices is required.
• Working knowledge of applicable computer software such as PMWeb or similar project portfolio management software, DataServ, Excel, JD Edwards, or related software programs.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Results oriented and deliver on customer commitments.
• PMP certification desirable.

Some Things You Should Know

• To serve our Clients in our Chicago or St. Louis office – some travel will be required
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders - Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $90,000 - $125,000 +/- annually (not adjusted for location).