Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical
The Haskell Company
Lead preconstruction activities for large mission‑critical construction projects
6 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Jacksonville, FL
Onsite
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Consulting
Project Management
Construction services
Technical Services
Architecture
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Advanced Manufacturing
Aviation & Aerospace
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Commercial
Consumer Products
Food & Beverage
Healthcare
Life Sciences
Role
What you would be doing
cost estimating
bid management
risk analysis
schedule review
budget development
subcontract negotiation
- Performs productivity analysis of cost estimates, and prepares contingency, escalation, and reconciliations for estimates
- Assists with or may lead the subcontractor bidding strategy, solicitation, and bid packages
- Reviews project documents for cost-effectiveness, methods of construction, and value alternatives
- Assists the Project Director and Marketing Department in preparation of responses to RFP’s and RFQ’s
- Coordinates bid efforts, processing RFI’s, and interfacing between bidding community
- Ensures a detailed and smooth bid turnover from the bid team to the construction project team
- Assists in the development and training of other preconstruction staff
- Participates in project construction schedule reviews
- Participates in constructability reviews
- Assists the Project Director on pursuits during the preconstruction period
- Represents Haskell with subcontractors through management of the preconstruction process
- Develops the project budget, working closely with the operations management team
- Reviews the project construction schedule and participates in construction methods development
- Prepares qualifications and assumptions when needed for lump sum deliverable projects
- Responsible for leading the Preconstruction Team and pricing
- Assists the Project Director with the development of the Risk Register
- Responsible for the cost tracking log between design deliverables and during cost value analysis exercises
- Participates in the management of historical cost elements for projects
- Responsible for the development and coordination of estimates and best value cost analysis studies
- Aids field operations with change order pricing as needed
- Assists project team with subcontract negotiations and buyout
- Participates in interviews and interview preparation while in project pursuit
- Responsible for final assembly of estimate for presentation to the owner
- Represents Haskell to subcontractors through management of the estimating process, including solicitation of bids and constructability input
- Prepares qualifications and assumptions that align with the contractual requirements of the project
- Prepares and submits contract documents for legal and risk reviews
- Reviews the project documents and provides evaluations of the risk elements
- Participates in design and coordination meetings, assisting the Project Director with the maintenance of the action and scope tracking logs
- Responsible for evaluation of subcontractor pricing
- Responsible for reviewing and analyzing complex bills of materials, assessing labor productivity and labor costs, researching vendors, and understanding manufacturing and construction costs
- Leads internal Haskell estimate review and bid process team meetings
- Assists with the management and updating of the Estimating Cost Database and systems
- Participates in quality control reviews
- Maintains a “value-added” approach to preconstruction
- Management of Preconstruction Process
What you bring
preconstruction
estimating
construction
subcontracts
communication
civil engineering
- Proven experience managing preconstruction for mission-critical projects with an emphasis on highly complex projects
- Ability to develop conceptual estimates at an early design stage
- Ability to build trust and influence others internally and externally
- Strong presentation skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate to varied audiences
- Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Haskell's core values
- 7+ years of estimating experience
- In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
- Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors, and/or self-perform work
- Adheres to contractual requirements and strategically meets overall goals by understanding preconstruction and construction contracts
- Bachelor of Science Degree in accredited construction-related curriculum, such as Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a mission to deliver comprehensive solutions in design, engineering, and construction.
- The company has built a reputation for excellence by integrating all aspects of project delivery under one roof.
- It specializes in large-scale, complex projects for industries including industrial, energy, infrastructure, and more.
- Notable for its ability to handle diverse project types, from commercial buildings to heavy civil infrastructure.
- The Haskell Company has a strong track record of delivering projects on time, under budget, and with a focus on innovation.
- Its expertise spans from residential developments to large-scale energy and water infrastructure projects.
- Known for working with high-profile clients across various sectors, consistently ensuring project success.
- The company’s unique ability to merge multiple disciplines ensures projects are handled efficiently from start to finish.
- Safety First: The health and safety of our people is our top priority.
- Integrity: We do what is right, even when no one is watching.
- Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and decisions.
- Excellence: We strive for the highest standards in everything we do.
- Collaboration: We work as a team to achieve the best results for our clients and company.
- Innovation: We embrace new ideas and drive continuous improvement.
- Respect: We value diverse perspectives and treat everyone with dignity.
Net Zero by 2050
Emissions Goal
Aim to achieve net zero emissions by the year 2050, reducing and offsetting carbon output.
- Commitment to implementing green building practices, such as LEED certification.
- Focus on improving energy efficiency in projects and operations.
- Actively working to reduce construction waste through recycling and reusing materials.
- Implementing water-saving measures in projects and day-to-day operations.
- Reducing carbon emissions through smarter project planning and execution.
- Efforts toward achieving gender balance across various roles, especially leadership positions.
- Creating an inclusive environment that encourages diverse perspectives.
- Focused on attracting a diverse workforce through strategic recruiting efforts.
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