Pre-Construction Manager

About Us

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology.

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description

Job Summary

As a key member of our Pre- Construction Practice, you will collaborate closely with Preconstruction Managers, Project Managers, and AE (Architect/Engineer) partners to deliver consistent, high-quality cost and project support services.

You will be based in our Chennai, India office as part of a global extension of our US-based Preconstruction team, supporting multiple offices and project teams across the United States.

This role is positioned within a growing international capability center and will play a critical role in scaling our preconstruction and project delivery services. You will be empowered to build and lead a high-performing team that enhances efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness across multiple projects.

Education

Master’s degree / Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or Similar Degree from Reputed Institution or University with Academic Excellence.

What You’ll Do

Team Leadership & Operations

• Build, lead, and mentor an overseas cost management and project support team
• Establish scalable processes, standards, and KPIs for estimating, cost analysis, and document control
• Manage team workload, utilization, and quality of deliverables across multiple concurrent US projects
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for team members
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Chennai team and US-based leadership

Cost Management & Estimating Support

• Develop and maintain conceptual, preliminary, and detailed estimates in support of US preconstruction teams
• Perform cost benchmarking, cost modeling, and comparative analysis across project phases
• Create and maintain cost databases, historical cost libraries, and unit rate benchmarks
• Support value engineering and cost optimization initiatives throughout design development
• Assist in review and validation of contractor bids and pricing proposals

Target Value Design & AE Collaboration

• Partner with AE teams and US preconstruction leaders to support Target Value Design (TVD) efforts
• Provide real-time cost feedback during design iterations to ensure alignment with project budgets
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative materials or systems
• Collaborate on constructability reviews and scope alignment with design intent
• Support milestone estimate updates (30/60/90 percent design phases)

Project Administration & Document Control

• Provide administrative support for RFI tracking and log management
• Support submittal tracking, review coordination, and status reporting
• Maintain procurement logs and bid tracking
• Maintain organized, accurate, and up-to-date project documentation
• Support reporting and dashboard development for project status, cost tracking, and workflows

Process Improvement & Technology

• Drive continuous improvement in estimating tools, workflows, and digital collaboration platforms
• Support implementation and optimization of systems such as Procore, Bluebeam, and estimating software
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and enhance efficiency through technology

What You’ll Bring

• 12+ years of experience in construction cost management, estimating, or preconstruction support
• Demonstrated experience building and leading teams in a global or offshore model preferred
• Strong background in cost estimating, cost analysis, and construction documentation processes
• Experience supporting US-based construction or industrial/manufacturing projects preferred
• Familiarity with RFI, submittal, and procurement workflows within major construction projects
• Experience working collaboratively with AE teams and understanding of design development processes
• Knowledge of Target Value Design (TVD) or value engineering methodologies preferred
• Proficiency with industry tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, Excel, and estimating platforms
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

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