Preconstruction Manager

Life at Russell

The number one response we receive when we ask our team members what they like about Russell is the culture. Russell team members describe working here as being more flexible than any place they’ve ever worked. They feel supported and support each other. They have fun. They are empowered to get their work done how they see fit. And most of all, they know they can continue their careers here because of the rich development tools available to them.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports project teams throughout the preconstruction process including budgeting, estimating, scheduling, value analysis and design management for all types of delivery methods.
• Aids in project pursuit, strategies and techniques.
• Prepares bid schedules to determine project costs.
• Works closely with design team during development to control project costs.
• Provides technical support in negotiating contracts and change orders.
• Consults with clients, vendors, project team, construction foreman to discuss and formulate estimates.
• Reviews construction documents and understands scope of work to bid.
• Reviews final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation.
• Affords cost opinion support as needed to the marketing/business development team.
• Updates and maintains estimating system.

Requirements

• Four year Construction Engineering or Construction Management degree or equivalent experience plus 5 years or more construction estimating experience required.
• Mechanical and electrical estimating experience a plus.
• Effective negotiation, team building, problem solving, mathematical and analytical skills required.
• Must possess exceptional organization skills and keen attention to detail, deadlines and accuracy.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong conceptual estimating capabilities.
• Ability to coordinate activities on 'bid day.'
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License in good standing.