Preconstruction Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction services of assigned estimates.
• Prepare MEP system estimates, form bids, and assemble proposals.
• Conduct quantity takeoffs for MEP systems and review technical plans and specifications.
• Develop unit costs to accurately estimate final project costs for MEP elements.
• Solicit and negotiate specialized prices from MEP subcontractors and suppliers.
• Conduct bid analysis and interact with owners, architects, and engineers regarding MEP requirements.

Requirements

• Conceptual Estimating:
• Review and understand project documents at a conceptual and schematic level.
• Complete on-screen takeoff of project quantities for all divisions of work in the commercial construction industry.
• Prepare internal estimates based on use of historical cost information from bids/completed work.
• Able to complete design review/analysis to identify value engineering opportunities.
• Prepare proposal information for clients.
• Produce accurate budgets from conceptual and schematic design phases through final estimates that are consistent with the organization’s goals and strategy.
• Bid Administration:
• Prepare and maintain status of plan reproduction.
• Solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and vendors.
• Prepare subcontractor bid packages.
• Transmit addenda and other bid information to subcontractors.
• Ensure proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day.
• Show creativity and resourcefulness to gain better pricing from subcontractors.
• Subcontractor award:
• Thoroughly check requirements to buy the proper scope.
• Award subs in a timely manner to ensure release of materials.
• Ensure that subs are aware of (and commit to) the project schedule.
• Provide subs with as much information as possible (PM, Super, permit status, etc.).
• Stakeholder Management:
• Identify and qualify new subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Lead stakeholders through the design and preconstruction phase of assigned projects.
• Support business development in reviewing preliminary budgets with clients.
• Oversee internal team, including project managers, to prepare costs estimates using a competitive strategy.
• Lead client meetings and presentations throughout the preconstruction phase of the project.
• Negotiate for project construction services.
• Work closely with client to help deliver a satisfactory project that meets the owner’s objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or plumbing engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of estimating and bidding experience in MEP systems and/or turnkey project management in the commercial construction industry; project management experience on commercial and multi-family residential projects with MEP elements is a plus.
• Proven ability to successfully lead MEP estimates and bids for commercial construction projects up to $25 million.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; Knowledge of PlanSwift, iSqft, Bluebeam preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future.