Pre-Construction Project Manager

Job summary

Lead estimating and proposal teams to develop competitive bids for large-scale construction projects using alternative contracting models. Manage the entire bid process, including design, technical documentation, scheduling, and commercial strategy to ensure cost-effective solutions.

Job details

JOB DESCRIPTION Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you. As a Bid Manager / Pre-Construction Project Manager, working in the Alternative Projects Center of Expertise (APEX) team at Pomerleau Construction, you will be responsible for leading estimating and proposal teams in developing highly competitive bids with client needs front of mind. Supporting our work on large-scale construction projects - ranging from $1.5 million to over $1 billion - you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with management, external consultants, and joint-venture partners to develop a winning proposal strategy. What you will do: • Collaborate with the Regional Leadership team to develop strategies for winning complex P3, Design-Build, and other alternative contracting model projects. • Lead the management of design, technical writing, estimating, construction, scheduling, risk, and commercial teams throughout the bid process. • Develop, monitor, and maintain the proposal budget with support from management and engineering partners. • Prepare, monitor, and maintain the proposal schedule with assistance from the scheduling team. • Coordinate with the proposal team to finalize construction costs (CAPEX) and project cash flows with estimating and scheduling teams. • Adopt a holistic approach to O&M and construction to create cost-effective solutions and designs. • Support the production and review of technical documents, influencing the design of permanent works for cost efficiency. • Manage contract agreements with partners, coordinate technical and commercial RFIs, develop winning proposal themes, and build long-lasting relationships with stakeholders. This role could be right for you if you have: • 8-10+ years of relevant construction experience in a similar role. • A proven track record working on P3, design build and other alternative contract delivery projects. • A University degree or diploma in architecture or engineering. Additional Asset Include: • PMP certification. Benefits • RRSP with up to 5% employer matching • Hybrid work model for corporate roles • Employee stock ownership program • Career growth through real development opportunities • Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free • Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired. Please view this job on Pomerleau’s official Career Site if the posted compensation range is unavailable on a third‑party job board. Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process. GENERAL INFORMATION Job Location * Vancouver, BC Date Published 07-Oct-2026 Department Methods & Preconstruction Min Compensation 100 000 Max Compensation 129 000 Compensation Frequency Annual Employment Type Permanent Working Arrangement Hybrid, On-Site Role Type Full-Time

What you’ll do

Lead estimating and proposal teams to develop competitive bids for large-scale construction projects using alternative contracting models. Manage the entire bid process, including design, technical documentation, scheduling, and commercial strategy to ensure cost-effective solutions.

Requirements

Requires 8-10+ years of relevant construction experience with a proven track record in P3 and design-build projects. Candidates must hold a university degree or diploma in architecture or engineering.

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Project management
• Estimating
• Proposal development
• Technical writing
• Construction scheduling
• Risk management
• Commercial management
• P3 projects
• Design-build
• Budgeting
• Stakeholder management
• Contract negotiation
• Engineering coordination
• Cost analysis
• Strategic planning
• Salesforce Apex
• Proposal Strategy
• Management
• Cash Flows
• Leadership
• Joint Ventures
• Project Management
• Project Management Professional Certification
• Technical Writing
• Scheduling

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Consulting
• Pre-Construction Project Manager
• Construction Project Manager
• Construction Managers

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