Preconstruction Services Manager

About the role

Wharton-Smith, Inc., a highly regarded construction company, is seeking qualified candidates for a Preconstruction Services Manager position. This position is located in our office in Sanford, FL.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and lead estimating group on design phase cost estimates
• Ability to read drawings, geo-tech reports and specifications.
• Identify Utility conflicts and Bypass areas.
• Perform quantity take-off of Pipe & Appurtenances/Concrete/Sitework, requiring quantity counts, linear quantity measurement.
• Ability to formulate a unit price as needed.
• Solicit Subcontractor/Supplier participation via phone and/or E-mail.
• Write RFI’s to Engineers.
• Proficient in scope analysis, ability to estimate deficiencies as needed.
• Project RFQ and RFP development
• Establish project database for proposals
• Create construction schedule for estimates in P6
• Coordinate and establish the project budget (GMP)
• Projects ranging from 4 Million to 120 Million, Hard Deadlines, and must be able to multi-task efficiently.
• Developing and maintaining long term beneficial relationships with key vendors and subcontractors.
• Participate in pre and post construction review.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years estimating or field experience.
• Field Experience is a plus.
• Previous experience with Hard Bid Municipal Commercial Projects.
• Ability to understand construction terminology.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Computer proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and knowledge of MC2 preferred.
• Valid Driver License and ability to commute to job sites.