Preconstruction Manager

About the role

The preconstruction manager will plan and implement delivery of new business initiatives and preconstruction services relative to a particular client, group of clients, geographical area, or type of project. They will plan and monitor overall strategic direction for projects as well as target, develop and maintain customer and design team relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual estimates, submit proposals.
• Manage the financial aspects of proposals and contracts to protect the company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with client.
• Monitor construction activities and meet with clients to ensure project objectives are being met.
• Provide feedback to Company construction team and assist in developing corrective action plans to mitigate issues.
• Develop plan(s) and actively manage customer accounts.
• Proactively track/manage project sales opportunities.
• Develop and implement project specific sales strategies to maximize Harris’ probability of success.
• Deliver preconstruction services in a professional manner with a keen sense of urgency to customer requests.
• Develop a “trusted advisor” relationship with Owner, GC and Design Team.
• Actively track/manage project scope and budget trend.
• Identify estimate peaks and gaps – Shore up overall project estimate.
• Build budget contingency through pricing efforts in the VA/SR process.
• Manage transition between estimating and project management.
• Establish accurate baseline budget for job set-up.
• Develop/Implement preconstruction strategies that differentiate Harris Companies and lead to increase growth/gross margin opportunities.
• Work to expand pre-con process and best-practices across company offices.
• Foster the desired Harris culture.
• Emphasize a strong safety culture at all times.
• Represent Company in marketing/networking events, project meetings, planning sessions, design meetings, etc.
• Aid/lead Company sponsored marketing events.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in relevant field.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred.
• Or equivalent years of experience.
• 4+ years of industry knowledge of mechanical and plumbing.
• 4+ years of customer service experience.
• Proficient understanding of engineering and technology including principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Advanced understanding/knowledge of Mechanical estimating software including the ability to maintain and troubleshoot.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
• Knowledge of cost components of an estimate.
• Understanding of local and plumbing mechanical codes.
• Advanced understanding of Construction Project Management.
• Basic understanding of SMACNA and MCAA guidelines.
• Conceptual estimating skills.
• Advanced knowledge of plumbing, piping, or sheet metal systems.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in relevant field.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred.
• Or equivalent years of experience.
• 4+ years of industry knowledge of mechanical and plumbing.
• 4+ years of customer service experience.
• Proficient understanding of engineering and technology including principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Advanced understanding/knowledge of Mechanical estimating software including the ability to maintain and troubleshoot.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
• Knowledge of cost components of an estimate.
• Understanding of local and plumbing mechanical codes.
• Advanced understanding of Construction Project Management.
• Basic understanding of SMACNA and MCAA guidelines.
• Conceptual estimating skills.
• Advanced knowledge of plumbing, piping, or sheet metal systems.

Skills

• Associate’s degree in relevant field.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred.
• Or equivalent years of experience.
• 4+ years of industry knowledge of mechanical and plumbing.
• 4+ years of customer service experience.
• Proficient understanding of engineering and technology including principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Advanced understanding/knowledge of Mechanical estimating software including the ability to maintain and troubleshoot.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
• Knowledge of cost components of an estimate.
• Understanding of local and plumbing mechanical codes.
• Advanced understanding of Construction Project Management.
• Basic understanding of SMACNA and MCAA guidelines.
• Conceptual estimating skills.
• Advanced knowledge of plumbing, piping, or sheet metal systems.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Paid Parental leave.
• Short-Term Incentive Plan.

Pay

$75,521.24 - $113,281.86

Schedule

N/A