Position Summary :

The Pre-Construction Manager oversees the early stages of construction projects, ensuring they are thoroughly planned and set up for success. This role involves coordinating pre-construction activities, including cost estimation, project scheduling, value engineering, and collaboration with clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders to deliver comprehensive project plans. The Pre-Construction Manager serves as a key contributor to securing new projects and optimizing project execution.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Leadership and Team Management :

• Promote and exemplify behavior aligned with core values and organizational goals.
• Guide and mentor project coordinators, estimators, and other team members involved in pre-construction activities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence within the pre-construction team.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and objectives.

Estimating Services :

• Lead preconstruction services, including sales, design, budgeting, and bidding.
• Reconcile estimates with project team members.
• Produce accurate and thorough takeoffs.
• Plan, lead, and coordinate pre-bid and bid meetings.
• Create project estimates and analyze subcontractor bids.
• Qualify prospective subcontractors and suppliers.
• Conduct post-bid and scope review meetings.
• Manage bid solicitation with subcontractors, suppliers, and trade groups.
• Monitor and achieve revenue backlog targets.

Pre-Construction Services :

• Oversee preconstruction processes, including RFI management, budgeting, and contract compliance.
• Review project documents to ensure alignment with budgets and contractual agreements.
• Analyze financial aspects of contracts to protect company interests while maintaining client relationships.
• Develop initial working schedules for projects and coordinate resource requirements.
• Establish buy-out strategies and collaborate with project teams to achieve goals.

Project Coordination :

• Define project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within organizational guidelines.
• Review construction scope, materials, and timelines to establish responsibilities and expectations.
• Prepare invoices, contracts, change orders, and other documentation.

Communication and Stakeholder Management :

• Coordinate and evaluate feedback from internal departments, project owners, and teams during the estimating and construction process.
• Act as a liaison with clients and design teams, ensuring a positive representation of the organization.
• Clearly communicate project scope, goals, and progress to stakeholders and team members.
• Exhibit critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges proactively.

Special Projects :

• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership to meet organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with management on special projects, opportunities, and bids.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical training and related experience.
• Four or more years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
• Previous experience in project management, pre-construction, or as a project engineer for a contractor.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Required Skills :

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Planner).
• Strong communication and people management skills.
• Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to optimize performance.
• In-depth understanding of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, and best practices.
• Strong business acumen and knowledge of interdependencies across functional units.

Preferred Skills :

• Experience with McCormick estimating software.
• CAD knowledge.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam and Foundation construction software.