Cummings Electrical

Full-service electrical contractor for complex projects

Electrical Pre-Construction Manager

Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeArlington, TX, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 4 years of estimating experience in a pre-construction or project manager role.
Experience with large commercial and industrial projects from concept through close-out.
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
Expert computer software skills, particularly Microsoft Office Suite and Excel.
Experience with Accubid and/or ConEst.
Knowledge or experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong employment stability.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Employment is subject to a background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

Represent Cummings Integrated Manufacturing during the bidding, proposal, pre-construction, and design phases of projects.
Coordinate bid prioritization, schedule creation, and alignment with the Vice President of Integrated Manufacturing, Sales, and Operations leads.
Review drawings, specifications, qualifications, schedules, and other project documents to ensure proposals meet requirements and estimates cover all cost items.
Coordinate with the Engineering Manager to create sales package plan drawings for bid proposals.
Conduct final reviews of estimates and proposals with the estimating and marketing teams.
Send purchase orders and contracts to Legal and the Integrated Manufacturing Leadership Team for review; help review scope, schedule, payment terms, and awarded dollar amount, and ensure a signed purchase order or contract is obtained after reviews.
Set up pre-kickoff meetings with the Integrated Manufacturing Leadership Team, Engineering, and estimating teams.
Coordinate with the client to produce the project Schedule of Values and send the first bill to the client.
Coordinate with the client and Integrated Manufacturing Leadership Team to develop a high-level schedule with important release dates and site delivery dates, obtain client approvals, and share the schedule with subcontractors and vendors for validation.
Send purchase orders to long-lead-item vendors and subcontractors, and use the schedule to verify that timelines can be met.
Coordinate with the Engineering Manager on the Issued for Approval package, develop its schedule, and coordinate with the client to define expectations for the submittal process.
Attend and lead meetings and calls with clients and internal Engineering and Operations teams at the front end of projects; accurately communicate project progress and needs and answer questions.
Remain involved with projects until the project kickoff meeting, when the Integrated Manufacturing Operations Project Manager confirms readiness to take over project leadership.
Provide clear direction during project kickoff meetings so the Project Manager understands the project's status and feels prepared.
Ensure the Project Manager has the resources and information needed to succeed, answer questions, and provide a clean transition to the Integrated Manufacturing Operations team.
Build relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to develop trust, credibility, and reliability that support repeat business and future projects.

Overview

We’re seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Estimator to lead the early stages of complex commercial and industrial builds with precision and vision.

We design and build custom, integrated, modular systems such as e-houses, electrical skids, HAC’s and UL 508A panels for a wide range of projects, including data centers, healthcare facilities, industrial plants, and more.

As part of our team, you will work hands-on in a fast-paced, innovative environment, helping reduce jobsite risks, accelerate project timelines, and deliver high-quality solutions. If you are looking for growth, meaningful work, and a chance to be part of a team shaping the future of off-site integration and manufacturing, this is the place to make an impact.

Responsibilities

Be the face of Cummings Integrated Manufacturing during the Bidding, Proposal and PreConstruction / Design phase of projects
Coordinate with VP of IM, Sales and Ops leads for bid prioritization, schedule creation and alignment
Review and understand all the documents (drawings, specs, qualifications, schedule, etc.) make sure we are turning in what they want to see and have all cost items covered in our estimates
Coordinate with Engineering Manager for Sales Package Plan drawing creation to provide within Bid Proposals
Final review of all estimates and proposals with estimating and marketing teams
Send to Legal and IMLT. Help review PO/contract. Particularly the scope, schedule, payment terms and confirm awarded dollar amount. Ensure we get a signed PO/contract after reviews take place
Set up preKickoff mtg. with IMLT, Engineering and estimating
Coordinate with client and produce Schedule of Values (SOV) for the project. Send in first Bill to the client
Coordinate with client and IMLT to produce a high level schedule with important release dates, send to site dates, etc. to push client for approvals and to give to subs/vendors for validation
Send PO’s to long lead item vendors and subs. Use schedule to verify timelines form schedule can be met
Coordinate with Engineering Manager for IFA Package. Get a schedule put together and coordinate with the client to ensure expectations are clearly defined from the Submittal process.
Attend and lead meetings/calls with the Client or with Cummings Integrated Manufacturing Engineering and Operations teams on the front end of projects. Accurately communicate project progress, needs and answer questions as necessary
Stay involved with projects until the project kickoff meeting when the IM Operations PM confirms they are ready to take over project lead role
Provide clear direction during project kick-off meetings to ensure the PM is comfortable and understands where the project currently sits
Ensure PM has what they need to be successful. Answer questions and provide a clean transition to the IM operations team
Build relationships with our clients, vendors and subcontractors. Create the Trust, Credibility and Reliability that leads to return business / future projects

Qualifications

4 years of estimating experience in a Pre-Construction/Project Manager role
Must have experience with large commercial and industrial projects (concept to close-out)
Knowledge of all electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems
Expert computer software skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Particularly Excel)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong employment stability
Experience with Accubid and/or ConEst
Knowledge of Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit

How we support you:

At Cummings, we are motivated by achieving our goals and fostering a strong work ethic. Our environment allows you to take pride in your work, create meaningful connections, and acquire growth-based development skills. We are also committed to providing you with a comprehensive range of benefits aimed at supporting your success both in and outside the workplace and ensuring your security and well-being.

Some of what we have to offer includes:

Health benefits plan to support you, your well-being, and your mental health
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
Career growth and development opportunities
Regular team building/employee appreciation activities
Relocation Assistance
On-site, fully equipped gym and locker room
Weekly Pay

Cummings Electrical is an equal opportunity employer.

Employment at Cummings is subject to background check and drug screen; must be eligible to work in the United States.

Compensation requirements commensurate with experience.CC1

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About the Company

Cummings Electrical

Full-service electrical contractor for complex projects

Cummings Electrical is a full-service electrical contractor that designs, engineers, builds, and maintains complex electrical systems for large-scale commercial and industrial facilities. Its services span electrical construction, installations, design and engineering, controls and automation, network services, and 24/7 service and maintenance, plus integrated manufacturing that prefabricates e-houses, skids, and other units shipped worldwide. It serves sectors such as mission-critical data centers, healthcare, manufacturing, multi-family and mixed-use developments, renewable energy, and telecommunications. What sets Cummings Electrical apart is a scalable, self-performing model paired with Strategic Account Managers who act as an extension of the client's team and a safety culture emphasizing zero lost-time incidents. The goal is to deliver integrated electrical solutions that are built to last and scale with a customer's operations.

Company size: Not listed
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Tyler, TX
Founded: 2002

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