Preconstruction Engineer

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Dallas, TX, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Industrial
The Role
Performs construction document review, quantity surveys, cost estimating, and management of design and cost issues. Coordinates trades and supports BIM processes while overseeing purchasing, proposal evaluation, negotiations, and contracting. The role is an in-person position requiring collaboration with project teams, strong communication and time management, construction-related education, estimating or preconstruction experience, and willingness to relocate.
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ABOUT US

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

  • Annual bonus program
  • Paid time off
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k)-retirement plan
  • Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

About the Role

We are looking for an Engineer to join our Preconstruction team in our regional office in Dallas, TX. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Read and understand construction design documents and specifications.
  • Perform construction cost estimates and quantity surveys for various scopes of work.
  • Manage cost and design issues throughout project phases.
  • Coordinate and manage trades, with exposure to BIM processes.
  • Oversee all purchasing required to support projects, including scope coordination, proposal evaluation, trade negotiations, and contracting.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related construction/engineering field.
  • 2–5 years of experience in construction management, preconstruction, or estimating.
  • Outstanding communication and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and scheduling software.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Willingness to relocate.

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related construction or engineering field
  • 2–5 years of experience in construction management, preconstruction, or estimating
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Strong time management skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and scheduling software
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Willingness to relocate
  • Successful substance abuse testing and background screening
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The Company
Year Founded: 1960

What We Do

Holder Construction is a leading national commercial construction company founded in 1960. Consistently ranking among the nation's top 20 contractors, they focus on strong relationships and high-quality buildings for Fortune 500 clients across 38 states, specializing in corporate offices, data centers, airports, and higher education facilities.

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