Preconstruction Manager

OSITION SUMMARY

Manage members of an estimating team to assemble bids / budgets for a variety of different projects. Requires close collaboration with architects, engineers, owners, subcontractors, and field team members.

RESPONSIBILITES

• Responsible to ensure that a proper process and deliverable is brought to bear on every project in conjunction with the director of preconstruction.
• Shall be the clearinghouse for all project needs and resource assignments.
• Work closely with the chief estimator and director of pre-construction to ensure that all project needs are properly staffed and responded to in quality and timely fashion.
• Prepare detailed conceptual cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility level documentation.
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages.
• Lead the preparation and presentation of cost / budget information to the client and / or owner.
• Lead and facilitate value engineering sessions with the project team and design team.
• Review construction contracts and be able to identify key insurance and damages clauses.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of construction cost estimates.
• Review all estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal submission.
• Identify and solicit all key subcontractors / vendors required to assemble a as competitive bid / budget.
• Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS