Preconstruction Manager - Mechanical

Colliers Project Leaders | Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Preconstruction Manager - Mechanical to join their team. This role involves providing preconstruction leadership, managing activities, and optimizing project designs. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience, with opportunities for professional development and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Onboarding and professional development

Paid volunteer day

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 2-8 years of experience depending on role.
• Professional Engineering qualifications preferred.
• PMP certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide preconstruction leadership for projects across Canada.
• Lead and manage preconstruction activities using various methodologies.
• Engage in design meetings to optimize cost and quality.

Skills

Knowledge of building codes

Ability to interpret drawings

Knowledge of trades relevant to commercial construction

Familiarity with project management tools

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

RSMeans Online

Procore

Job description

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Overview

At Colliers Project Leaders, we deliver capital project solutions to fulfill our clients’ needs across the built environment. The work we do makes a difference in communities and for the people who live there. We have a passion for it.

Our commitment to realizing our clients' vision inspires us to look beyond the immediate – to the possibilities of what we can achieve together. We are 18,000 projects and counting – improving lives and helping shape the growth of sustainable, progressive and inclusive communities.

Your Role

We're looking for Preconstruction Managers to join our Construction Solutions team. In this role, you will analyze design and constructability options to help optimize client projects. You will bring hands-on experience in design, cost estimating, and construction to provide real-time feedback throughout planning, design, and construction phases to minimize risks and maximize opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide preconstruction leadership to deliver value-based design and constructability options for projects across Canada
• Lead and manage preconstruction activities using IPD, design-build, construction management, or stipulated price methodologies
• Engage in design meetings with owners, architects, and engineers to optimize cost, schedule, quality, and constructability variables
• Review drawings and specifications, providing recommendations for constructability, value engineering, and sequencing
• Develop Construction Management Plans (CMP) considering logistics, site conditions, utilities, traffic, health & safety, and impacts on neighboring properties
• Lead design-assist teams for renovations and equipment upgrades to ensure efficient sequencing within occupied facilities
• Support owners and developers with trade package development, procurement, platform implementation, and procedures
• Assist industrial clients with equipment integration, feasibility studies, preliminary design, and cost estimating
• Develop procurement procedures for public projects
• Conduct site visits and assessments during preconstruction and construction phases
• Participate in business development and proposal efforts to grow the business
• Manage project budgets and ensure deliverables meet quality standards
• Prepare project plans and schedules, and mentor staff
• Utilize tools like RSMeans Online, Procore, and others to prepare project deliverables

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, with construction industry experience
• 2-4 years of experience for Assistant Preconstruction Manager; 4-8 years for Preconstruction Manager
• Professional Engineering qualifications preferred
• PMP certification preferred or willingness to obtain within a year
• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and permits
• Ability to interpret drawings and design details
• Knowledge of trades relevant to commercial construction
• Familiarity with project management tools and software

We encourage candidates who meet most but not all qualifications to apply, emphasizing our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

What You Can Expect

• Impact on communities
• Flexible work environment
• Onboarding, professional development, training, and mentorship
• Paid volunteer day
• Inclusive and welcoming workplace culture
• And much more!

Salary Range: Assistant Preconstruction Manager: $70,000 - $90,000; Preconstruction Manager: $90,000 - $120,000. Salaries depend on role, experience, and location.

Disclaimer

Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers, a global professional services and investment management firm. We have suspended our COVID-19 vaccination requirement; client policies may supersede.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.

Our recruitment process includes background and reference checks.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Construction, Business Consulting and Services, and Architecture and Planning