Why JP Cullen?

We specialize in the “Tough Jobs” no one else can do. And we need the “Preconstruction Engineer” with the right teamwork skills to get even the most difficult jobs done on-time, in budget, every time. We have exciting new project opportunities for those looking to stay in Madison, Milwaukee, or Janesville, Wisconsin or travel the country.

Wisconsin-based $850 million, created in 1892, 5th generation family-owned construction management firm
Developed training programs and career paths for Preconstruction Engineer to Preconstruction PM, Director of Preconstruction
Seeking to be the construction manager of choice for the toughest jobs in the region.
Our clients have high expectations and our projects are high profile.

Our Mission: To identify, hire, train, and retain the best people to serve our customers.

Overview

As part of our Preconstruction team, our Preconstruction Engineer plays an integral part procuring the next successful project at JP Cullen. Our ideal candidate has a strong interest in the construction industry, passionate about collaborating with teams to develop unique strategies to win work, and has a high ambition to execute at a high level during the planning and design phase of a project.

Responsibilities

Develop strategies to win and execute work
Review of plans and specifications
Prepare project schedules, bids, budgets, and scope documents for clients
Perform quantity takeoff and price of self-performed work
Site visits and analysis of ongoing work for the tracking of historical costs
Collaborate with the preconstruction team, project managers, and superintendents
Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain pricing and complete scopes
Maintain and utilize our historical cost database and estimating software
Conceptual estimating
Negotiate and award subcontracts
Identify risks to our project schedule, quality, and budget and develop strategies to mitigate
Preparation of turnover documentation to ensure a successful construction phase
Participate in training programs among other duties.

Qualifications

Four-year college degree related to construction, engineering, and/or business, or completion of an apprenticeship and an internship experience in a construction-related position where knowledge was gained in the areas of estimating, construction, and design
At least two years of experience in estimating is preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

JP Cullen has a commitment to its community, employees, and employees’ families. We offer outstanding benefits — Health, Life, and Dental Insurance, Competitive Salary and Bonus Structure, Profit Sharing, PTO, Holiday Pay, Employee Assistance, and Training.

EEO

JP Cullen is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. We promote diversity by proactively recruiting, hiring, and promoting women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans. JP Cullen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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