Barnhart Crane & Rigging Co

Preconstruction Manager

Barnhart Crane & Rigging Co • $110K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in industrial construction, heavy lift, or large capital projects.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams in preconstruction or project management roles.
  • Strong understanding of project planning, logistics, and risk management.
  • Ability to read and interpret project documentation and specifications.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with estimating or project management software is a plus.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead preconstruction for large capital projects from start to handoff.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including sales, engineering, and operations.
  • Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to define project requirements.
  • Develop strategies, execution plans, and budgets for project pursuits.
  • Support proposal development, pricing, and contract negotiations.
  • Identify and communicate project risks related to execution and logistics.
  • Ensure smooth transition of awarded projects to execution teams.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company match up to 10%
  • Comprehensive benefits package including insurance and paid time off
  • Career growth opportunities in a supportive team-oriented culture
Full Job Description
Position Summary: Barnhart is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead planning and pursuit efforts for complex heavy lift, transportation, rigging, and industrial construction projects. This role works closely with customers and internal teams to develop competitive solutions, manage project pursuits, coordinate estimating and planning activities, and support successful project execution.

Responsibilities
  • Lead preconstruction efforts for large capital projects from opportunity identification through project handoff.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including sales, engineering, project management, estimating, and operations.
  • Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to define project scope, schedule, logistics, and execution requirements.
  • Develop pursuit strategies, preliminary execution plans, schedules, resource plans, and budgets.
  • Support proposal development, pricing reviews, customer presentations, and contract discussions.
  • Identify and communicate project risks related to safety, schedule, logistics, labor, equipment, and execution.
  • Ensure awarded projects are successfully transitioned to project execution teams.

Qualifications
  • 10+ years of experience in industrial construction, heavy lift, heavy transport, rigging, EPC, or large capital projects.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams in preconstruction, estimating, project management, or business development roles.
  • Strong understanding of project planning, constructability, logistics, budgeting, and risk management.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and project documentation.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with estimating, scheduling, or project management software is preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus program
  • 401(k) with company match up to 10%
  • Comprehensive benefits package including insurance and paid time off
  • Opportunity to grow your career with a supportive and team-oriented culture

About Barnhart Crane & Rigging Co

Barnhart Crane & Rigging Co is a construction company that provides heavy lifting and transportation solutions. The company offers crane rental, rigging, machinery moving, plant relocation, and other related services. Barnhart Crane & Rigging Co serves various industries, including power generation, petrochemical, and commercial construction. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee.
Learn more about Barnhart Crane & Rigging Co
Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Net Income
$2 million
5 Year Trend
-2%
Revenue
$81 million

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