Preconstruction Manager

Description

Manage members of an estimating team to assemble bids/budgets for a variety of different projects. Requires close collaboration with architects, engineers, owners, subcontractors, and field team members.

• Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required.
• Lead and facilitate value engineering sessions with the project team and design team.
• Lead the preparation and presentation of cost/budget information to the client and/or owner.
• Review construction contracts and be able to identify key insurance and damages clauses.
• Shall be the clearinghouse for all project needs and resource assignments.
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages.
• Prepare detailed conceptual cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility level documentation.
• Identify and solicit all key subcontractors/vendors required to assemble a as competitive bid/budget.
• Work closely with the chief estimator and director of pre-construction to ensure that all project needs are properly staffed and responded to in quality and timely fashion.
• Responsible to ensure that a proper process and deliverable is brought to bear on every project in conjunction with the director of preconstruction.
• Review all estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal submission.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of construction cost estimates.

Requirements

• Ability to coordinate a team of estimators to develop a large multidisciplinary estimate.
• High school diploma required. Associates/Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a similar field strongly preferred.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must have expert knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost.
• Basic knowledge of safety policies and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to review project plans, requirements, and specifications accurately and under time-sensitive deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge of construction cost estimating / budgeting methods and procedures
• 5+ year of construction experience
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• High level of proficiency with construction-related software and tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Ability to understand project logistics and project schedule.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance