About Us

Sequoyah Electric does more than build complex electrical and technology systems; we share a commitment to trust, strong partnerships, and a culture grounded in delivering meaningful work the right way. As a full-service electrical and technology contractor, we integrate preconstruction, in-house engineering, and prefabrication to deliver innovative design-build solutions across a wide range of markets.

For more than 37 years, our passionate, solution-oriented professionals have driven success by taking pride in their work and supporting one another. We foster a safe, collaborative environment where accountability and teamwork go hand in hand, and where every voice contributes to better outcomes.

Our commitment extends beyond the jobsite. Giving back to the communities where we live and work is central to who we are, with ongoing volunteer efforts that make a meaningful local impact. This people-first culture has earned us recognition as a Puget Sound Best Workplace every year since 2014.

At Sequoyah, your work matters. You'll be part of a team that values your perspective, invests in your growth, and celebrates shared success. If you're looking for a place to build your career while making a real difference, we invite you to apply. Together, let's build something extraordinary.

Overview

We are seeking a Preconstruction Manager to ensure the highest quality of preconstruction services, engineering, virtual design, and estimation is provided for all projects. In this role, you’ll prepare conceptual and detailed schematic, design development, and construction estimates, and collaborate with members of the estimating team on strategy and approach for projects and estimates. You’ll work closely with others to prepare and assemble preconstruction proposals, including the analysis of cost models during the design, development, and bidding period. This is a full-time exempt position and reports to the Executive Vice President of our Preconstruction department.  It is based out of our Redmond, WA headquarters. Expected hours for this position are 7:00 am – 4:00 pm or to be determined with your manager.

Responsibilities

You’ll tap your expertise to help ensure that potential risk factors have been evaluated, documented, and reviewed with senior management. You’re an innovator who stays abreast of current changes and trends in the construction industry, both locally and broadly, and who can identify new and improved construction methods. Additional responsibilities for this role include:

• Obtaining and analyzing necessary bid information on projects from trade contractors, subcontractors and material vendors
• Ensuring the project estimates, including general conditions, are accurate, complete and reflect the actual cost requirements of the project. This requires collaboration with other departments to ensure an adequate number of qualified and financially sound trade and subcontractor proposals have been received and evaluated.

• Organizing and assembling the transition meeting between the project construction team and the preconstruction team, and the coordination of follow-up meetings
• Reviewing trade contracts, subcontracts, and major purchase orders prior to execution by the trade/subcontractor for compliance with the documents and our estimate (for projects you are leading)

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 7 years of practical and proven industry experience in Preconstruction, including experience with high-rise, high-tech, medical, and public works projects required. A degree in a construction-related curriculum (BSCE, BSCM, BSAE, etc.) is strongly preferred. Additional qualifications needed for this role include:

• Extensive experience in electrical construction estimating, engineering or related functions plus thorough knowledge of objectives impacting estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts
• Demonstrated proficiency in the following areas: estimating, design analysis and optimization, scheduling, budgeting/cost control, financial reporting, client relationship, interpersonal skills, computer skills, ability to communicate, both written and oral, leadership and organizational skills
• Demonstrated experience in successfully managing multiple preconstruction projects
• Proficiency in estimating software, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam

Skills and Abilities

Success in this role requires the ability to manage multiple projects at various stages concurrently. It requires a high level of interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal, and someone who is a self-starter, capable of working both independently and as a member of a group. Additional skills that will contribute to success in this role include:

• Ability to work well with wide range of levels, from executive management, to peers, and other more junior team members
• Excellent organizational and design skills, as well as project management, task management, and problem solving

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The following physical requirements and working conditions apply to this role. Sequoyah will give consideration to all requests for accommodation.

• Ability to see, hear well (either naturally or with correction) and speak clearly
• Coordinate the movement of your eyes, hands, and fingers
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing and bending, repetitive motions of hands and wrists
• Reach for, handle, use fingers and manipulate objects
• Must be capable of working extended hour days when job/business needs demand

Employee Benefit Program

Sequoyah cares deeply about the health and wellness of our team members and their families and is proud to offer a robust total rewards package.

• Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision (employee and eligible dependents). Low annual deductible. Eligible first month following first 30 days.
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance (employee and eligible dependents)
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability (employee)
• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match; Roth or Traditional options available
• Paid Time Off to cover personal time away from work
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Flex Savings Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• Voluntary supplemental insurance (i.e. Cancer Care, Accident, etc.)
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Education Assistance Program

This job posting is a general description of the essential functions of this role. It is not intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Sequoyah are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Sequoyah supervisors or management, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Sequoyah is an equal opportunity employer. We are a non‐smoking facility and a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All new hires are subject to a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen, in accordance with company policy and the NECA/IBEW Electrical Industry Drug-Free Workplace Program. As per the program, cannabis/THC is not included in pre-employment testing. It may be included for Sequoyah to be  compliant with specific client contracts; we will inform you if you will be assigned to a client project or worksite where this is a requirement.