Senior Preconstruction Engineer
The Beck Group · Dallas, TX · 1 wk ago
Engineering$5/hrFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a Senior Preconstruction Engineer to join our extraordinary project team. This is an individual role but involves many facets of preconstruction, supporting the team leader on projects ranging from $0M to $5M in size.
Responsibilities
- Provide accurate quantity takeoffs and initial pricing
- Independently estimate Interior, Envelope, Site, and Structure scopes of work with minimal direction and understand applicable specifications sections
- Organize and develop an estimate using UniFormat, MasterFormat (49 Divisions), and a Bid Tabulation
- Develop and maintain project related documents (estimates, drawings/models, other) in a consistent, organized structure
- Comfortable command of preconstruction technologies such as DESTINI Estimator, Revit, BIM360, & Procore, as well as adjacent technologies such as MS Office suite of products, Bluebeam and Power BI
- Perform bid day process accurately and reliably
- Understand basic scheduling and lead times
- Interact successfully and in a professional manner with subcontractors / vendors
- Aid in the pre-qualification of subcontractors / vendors and management of the sub database
- Proficiently and regularly administer one or more BIM tools in daily practice
- Effectively supervise and mentor Preconstruction Engineers and Interns
- Reliably execute overhead, fee, and insurance add-ons, and billable wage rates and benefits
- Participate in presentations to clients
- Deliver preconstruction deliverable content including cost estimates, supporting detail and documentation, and graphics in a professional manner
- Demonstrate excellence in the pursuit of daily tasks and responsibilities while expressing flexibility in the means and methods deployed to help the organization achieve its higher goals
Requirements
- 2+ years of relevant construction and/or preconstruction experience
- College graduate with a relevant degree
- Previous experience working with common estimating software & technology is required
- Previous experience with DESTINI Profiler and or DESTINI Estimator is a plus
Qualifications
- Willingness to learn and be mentored under talented Senior Preconstruction Managers
- A comprehensive understanding of building construction
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- A passion to get things done
- Uncompromising authenticity and integrity
- An interest in the integrated project delivery method
- A deep desire for process improvement and technology innovation
Skills
- DESTINI Estimator for core estimating functions
- 2D on-screen quantity-takeoff functions
- BIM360 for model-based/integrated estimating
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Procore
- Revit
- Power BI
Benefits
- 401k match and free SmartDollar program for financial wellness
- Free dedicated financial coach
- Personal health & fitness program for tracking activities & earning rewards
- Paid family leave
- Health discounts on medical premiums
- Free comprehensive health screenings
- Free health coach program for weight-loss & hypertension management
- Free pet insurance discount
- Organized projects and events to support our communities