Full-Time

Preconstruction Specialist

Posted on 9/13/2025

Deadline 11/13/25
ATCO

ATCO

5,001-10,000 employees

Diversified holding group delivering energy, infrastructure

No salary listed

Calgary, AB, Canada

Hybrid

Occasional travel to remote project sites.

Category
Business & Strategy (3)
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Required Skills
Risk Management
Requirements
  • Degree in Engineering or a related technical diploma, PEng, CET, CTech, PTech, or RET Preferred. Site Superintendents or Construction Managers with strong experience in modular construction may be considered.
  • 3-7 years of progressive experience in construction project management or coordination with a proven record of delivering large building projects in both urban and rural settings.
  • Design Build or construction management experience with knowledge of managing consultant teams is preferred
  • Familiarity with contract negotiations, estimating, scheduling and financial planning of design-build projects over $10 million dollars.
  • Familiarity with permitting processes (SPA/DP, BP, trades, etc.) and National Building Code.
  • Experience working in Master Format Division structure for cost coding and estimating.
  • Demonstrate strong leadership, building rapport and negotiation skills.
  • Proficient in MS Project, MS Office, SharePoint, Teams, Procore,
  • Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, presentation and problem-solving skills.
  • Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in challenging, fast paced environment.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills at multiple levels: client/owner representative, construction site.
  • Comfortable with occasional travel to remote project sites.
Responsibilities
  • Work closely with Business Development Managers to understand project and client needs and limitations.
  • Plan the opportunity response approach by establishing internal responsibilities and delivery timelines.
  • Attend pre-bid site visits as required.
  • Develop and issue Request for Proposal documents for both internal departments and external subcontractors and consultants (Scope of Work, Schedule, etc.).
  • Develop and issue Division of Responsibility documents.
  • Tender all site installation scopes including bid analysis and carry/award recommendations.
  • Complete scope gap analysis to eliminate missed scope or scope overlap.
  • Collect all project pricing and compile the total project estimate for review and submission.
  • Develop conceptual project schedules (MS Project or Primavera) for bid submission and revise as required at award.
  • Build construction estimates from the ground up based on conceptual project floor plans.
  • Review and provide comments on construction contracts.
  • Upon project award, complete all internal project startup documents and handover to the Project Execution Team.
  • Champion a culture of safety and quality in compliance with ATCO’s HSE policies and procedures.
  • This role faces both internally and externally, ensuring a positive client experience from start to finish.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and other tasks assigned.

ATCO is a Canadian holding company that owns and manages a diverse mix of global businesses in energy, housing, transportation, and infrastructure. Its revenue comes from segments like electric utilities and structures and logistics, and it provides integrated solutions to customers around the world. The company’s products and services span natural gas and renewable energy infrastructure, electric utilities, temporary and permanent structures, housing development, and transportation and logistics services, all supported by a worldwide asset portfolio. ATCO differentiates itself through its diversified portfolio, global footprint (present in more than 23 countries), and its approach of managing a group of companies as a coordinated set of investments that can deliver long-term value. Its goal is to build and manage a portfolio that supports global growth and prosperity by delivering reliable energy, housing, infrastructure, and related services across markets.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Calgary, Canada

Founded

1947

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • NRB acquisition for $40M in 2024 expands modular housing in multi-family markets.
  • Yellowhead Mainline $2B pipeline drives Alberta economic growth and capital investments.
  • ATCO EnPower advances energy storage, hydrogen, and carbon capture technologies.

What critics are saying

  • Alberta coal plants retire in 3-5 years due to decarbonization and carbon pricing.
  • LUMA Energy Puerto Rico contract terminates in 6-18 months from political backlash.
  • Geopolitical instability in Afghanistan and Hungary seizes assets in 12-36 months.

What makes ATCO unique

  • ATCO delivers integrated solutions across energy, structures, logistics, and utilities globally.
  • Diversified portfolio spans 23 countries with modular housing and natural gas infrastructure.
  • Manages investments in renewables, hydrogen, and electricity transmission via subsidiaries.

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Company News

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This week, city council committees return from spring break for their first meetings during Mayor Amarjeet Sohi's leave of absence to run for the federal Liberal party. There is a community and public services committee meeting scheduled for March 31. There is an executive committee meeting scheduled for March 31 with a continuation on April 2, and an urban planning committee meeting scheduled for April 1. Here are key items on this week's agenda:Councillors may debate whether they should cut funding to programs that they say fall under provincial jurisdiction, including responses to homelessness, addiction, and mental health. In July, council asked administration to work with the province to shift all related services that the city is funding but are under provincial jurisdiction back to the province. Administration projected that by the end of 2024, the city will have spent more than $43 million responding to homelessness, addiction, and mental health

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ATCO Acquires NRB for $40 Million

ATCO Ltd. announced its Structures division has acquired NRB Ltd., a Canadian modular building manufacturer, for $40 million CAD. The acquisition, expected to close by July 2024, will expand ATCO's modular capabilities, particularly in multi-family and affordable housing. NRB, with 400 employees and four manufacturing facilities, will enhance ATCO's footprint in new markets. This move aligns with ATCO's strategy to grow the modular residential market.

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