Preconstruction Executive

Description

• Lead preconstruction reviews to identify potential cost-saving opportunities and alternative design solutions while maintaining project goals.
• Drive early project development by collaborating with clients and design teams to define project scope, budget, and scheduling strategies that optimize constructability and cost.
• Manage a variety of delivery methods (CMAR, D/D, IPD), as well as possess the business acumen to understand contractual instruments of service.
• Drive value-engineering initiatives and risk mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and maintain preliminary project schedules.
• Forecast preconstruction financials, budgets, and cost tracking for accuracy.
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous growth and improvement.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and internal teams to ensure design feasibility, value engineering, and constructability.
• Mentor and coach team members to help build enhanced Estimating & Project Development teams.
• Partner with Business Development and Operations to help secure new work and transition projects seamlessly from preconstruction to construction.
• Assist VP of Precon in overseeing all preconstruction services at Bobbitt.
• Occasional travel to various job site locations as needed for photography or milestone events.
• Lead and manage large-scale preconstruction efforts from concept through contract award.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships; represent the company in interviews, presentations, and design meetings.
• Oversee preparation, review, and approval of conceptual and detailed cost estimates, including general conditions and risk analysis.
• Oversee bid solicitation, vendor relationships, scope development, and reviews.
• Provide advanced leadership in detailed estimating processes including conceptual, schematic, and GMP estimates, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all phases.

Requirements

• Business Development and presentation skills.
• This position requires team collaboration and presence at in-person meetings and is best suited to a traditional work schedule. Occasional remote work is acceptable.
• Ability to see well (naturally or with correction).
• Exceptional and polished presentation skills.
• Proven success in business development and client retention.
• Highly refined interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of competency in strategic thinking, talent development, inspiring and influencing others, collaboration, situational agility, global / industry awareness, and sound judgment.
• Occasional travel (10-15%) to meetings and events, typically within a 150-mile radius of the office.
• Ability to manage competing larger, more logistically or technically challenging preconstruction efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in applying technology to the future of the construction field.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Experience with multiple delivery methods (CMAR, Design/Build, IPD).
• Ability to manage teams.
• Ability (and willingness) to travel.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the areas: estimating, scheduling, budgeting/cost control, financial reporting, client relationship, interpersonal skills, computer skills, ability to communicate, both written and oral, leadership and organizational skills.
• Advanced degree or professional certifications (PMP, CCM, DBIA) are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity
• Provided laptop computer, and cell phone allowance.
• 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan—Bobbitt is 100% Employee Owned
• Flexible paid time off and holidays
• Wellness program and mental health resources
• Flexible Spending and Flexible Dependent Care Accounts
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health PPO, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance