Branch Manager

Sunstate; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortis Construction, Inc. is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead a team delivering quality preconstruction services for exterior envelope, civil and structural scopes. You will develop estimates, review purchasing plans, and guide scheduling inputs for complex projects.

You will coordinate internal estimators, project managers, A/E and consultants, ensuring deliverables are accurate, well-presented, and client-ready, while leveraging BIM tools throughout the process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or construction discipline or equivalent.
• 5–10 years in estimating, controls and/or engineering roles.
• Proven client relationships in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop estimates for exterior envelope, civil and structural elements at concept and detailed design levels.
• Develop and review project purchasing plans and bid packages.
• Assist operations leaders with project scheduling input.
• Coordinate and manage a team of estimators and define deliverables.
• Present and support work to internal and external clients.
• Manage all preconstruction deliverables for clients.
• Lead review of work products to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Lead the preconstruction team through engagement with subs, PMs, A/E and consultants.
• Navigate and utilize BIM models to advantage.
• Assist with other duties aligned to team objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating

Project scheduling

Client communication

Team management

BIM proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or equivalent/applicable degree

Tools

BIM

Job description

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Full-time

Responsibilities

Develop estimates for projects of all size and complexity for exterior envelope, civil and structural elements at concept and detailed levels of design.

Develop and review/comment on project purchasing plans and bid packages.

Assist operations leaders and resources in providing input for project schedules.

Coordinate and manage a team of estimators establishing a preconstruction work plan that defines deliverables and responsibilities for assigned estimators.

Confidently present and support our work to internal and external clients.

Manage all aspects of the required preconstruction deliverables to a client.

Lead the review of our work product and ensure all deliverables are accurate, complete and well-conceived in content and presentation.

Lead and manage entire preconstruction team consisting of subcontractor engagement, internal estimators, project managers, A/E and consultants, and owner through entire preconstruction phase.

Navigate and utilize BIM models and effectively use the tools to our advantage.

Assist in other duties as assigned, relevant to the achievement of the position's and team's objectives.

Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge of construction methods practices and project execution including practical knowledge of construction trades.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and flexible interpersonal skills.

Exhibits strong leadership qualities including being able to persevere through challenges and being results-oriented.

Able to consistently meet deadlines while still maintaining excellent detail orientation and quality of work.

Develop and maintain relationships with clients with a customer-focused orientation.

Comfortable prioritizing workloads and assignments.

Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or equivalent/applicable degree.

5 to 10 years of estimating, controls and/or engineering experience.

Proven successful client relationships in the construction industry.

Must possess a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Fortis policy.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a professional office environment. Role is stationary, often standing or sitting for long periods of time, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc. Communication with internal and external contacts, including speaking and hearing is required. May occasionally push, pull or lift up to 25 lbs.

Travel Requirements

All Fortis positions require some level of driving.

The above description is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements for the performance of this job; it is not to be construed as a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. All jobs require behaviors consistent with our Core Values and Culture. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations could be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role, absent undue hardship. Fortis Construction, Inc. reserves the right to revise the job description at any time.