Preconstruction Director

Description

• Support the Business Development team in the RFP process by developing conceptual estimates, ROM budgets, and high-level project schedules
• Perform conceptual estimates and actively participate in the development and evaluation of owners' feasibility studies as requested or required
• Understand market pricing for both project types as well as individual trades and provide guidance for checking that detailed estimates are in line with the market
• Understand the construction contract, including the general conditions, to ensure the project risks are accounted for in the estimates and scope of work
• Assist with interview preparation, sales presentations, and take the lead in the closing of successful projects
• Manage the preconstruction process efficiently with a keen awareness and understanding of the needs of the clients as well as the goals of the company and the timely completion of the preconstruction process
• Understand risks associated within the industry, advise/make recommendations to the project team on potential problems, and identify/minimize/eliminate high-risk scope items
• Review and provide reliable and timely feedback on all estimates, schedules, and other necessary documents throughout the design phase for accuracy, appropriate level of detail, and high standard of expectations
• Provide excellent leadership to the preconstruction and estimating team including opportunities for growth, development, and mentorship
• Develop, nurture, and maintain relationships with clients and partners to ensure superior service, project success, and future project opportunities
• Accept responsibility for accuracy of all estimating, scheduling, strategies, and communications documents throughout the preconstruction period, whether prepared individually or by the support staff

Requirements

• Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire
• Understand pricing trends, escalation, and be able to provide clients advice on future project costs
• Firm understanding of both the preconstruction and the building side of the project
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Bluebeam, as well as various estimating software.
• Extremely organized and comfortable multi-tasking
• High level of professionalism and business acumen
• Skilled in conflict resolution, negotiation, and client relations
• 10+ years of extensive experience with estimating and project management working for a large commercial contractor is required
• History of leading, developing, and mentoring a successful team
• Must be able to perform conceptual estimating
• Excellent construction knowledge and project management and estimating skills
• Ability to lead, mentor, and coach others, both formally and informally
• Exhibit a professional understanding of cost, market impacts, governing authority, constructability, scheduling, design, and value analysis
• Experience working for a general contractor (GC) on projects including aviation, education, senior living, municipal, and/or resorts/hospitality required
• WinEst experience is preferred but not required
• Analytical and able to see a project through all phases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills
• Must be proficient as a chief estimator capable of leading a team on projects from $25m to $150m+

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Competitive Pay
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance