Preconstruction Manager

Preconstruction Manager

Core Responsibilities :

• Comprehensively manage a Design Build or Design Assist Project from concept to final contract award.
• Communicate effectively with the owner to understand their expectations and project requirements.
• Prepare estimates of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs based on contract documents including design documents, schematic drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to “fill in the gaps” for missing information on schematic or design development plans.
• Review drawings for missing information and write RFI’s for submittal to Architects & Engineers, by trade.
• Develop a thorough and substantial understanding of the estimate scope of work based upon the provided bid documents.
• Document potential “scope gaps” and constructability issues based upon the construction documents provided and issue RFI’s for Architect/Owner review.
• Solicit subcontractor and vendor bids for each relevant division, comparatively analyze each bid, communicate with bidders regarding potential scope gaps or constructability concerns.
• Create quantitative take-offs of every estimate (On-Screen Takeoff) to ensure subcontractor bids are inclusive of required scope.
• Coordinate and review jobsites pre-bid to ensure existing conditions are notated and clarified for the construction team (Owner/Architect/GC/Subcontractors).
• Maintain a database of suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure RFP’s are being issued to the appropriate parties.
• Prepare Rough Order of Magnitude budgets with minimal subcontractor input based upon industry and market knowledge.
• Act as a knowledgeable liaison between Engineers, Architects, Owners, and subcontractors to ensure best practices and company standards are continually met.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with new and existing Architects, Engineers, Owners, and subcontractors.
• Develop comprehensive qualifications and assumptions from bid tabs of Trade Contractors.
• Provide cost savings suggestions (VE) by trade (all trades).
• Communicate with the Operations Team regarding site logistics/GR’s/GC’s to be incorporated into the estimate.
• Meet and present to Owners & A/E Team to discuss design & pricing and be able to explain the cost variances and, if required, recommend solutions to bring the project back within budget.
• Create and participate in presentation packages to be used for Owner / Architect proposal presentations.
• Coach and develop staff to advance their knowledge and accuracy on a regular cadence.
• Schedule and manage Precon to Operations turnover meetings.
• Focus on risk management regarding qualifications, scope, and constructability issues.

Experience and Education :

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or 15 years of estimating work experience preferred.
• Previous experience in commercial construction estimating preferred but will consider other related fields.
• Excellent knowledge of reading plans and specifications.
• Ability to analyze problems and make sound decisions in a timely manner.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with emphasis on quality while managing multiple estimates.
• Deadline and detail-oriented.
• Self-starting, responsible, highly motivated, and goal-oriented individual with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage bids with a value of $1MM up to $20MM for new construction, tilt-ups, or significant TI’s.
• Very organized individual with a systematic approach to achieve accurate and efficient results with professional and technical competencies.
• Significant knowledge of software programs including RedTeam, Microsoft Office, IOS, Project, and On-Screen Takeoff among others.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, especially when addressing clients, vendors, and office personnel.

Physical Requirements :

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. or carry up to 15 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit and/or stand during a regular work shift, typically 8 hours a day.
• Must be able to kneel, stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
• Continuous mental attention required to complete tasks in an efficient manner.