Pre-Construction Manager

DIRTT; United States; On-site; USD 200,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions provider in the United States is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager. This role involves managing the estimating process, analyzing bids, and collaborating with teams to ensure project success. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management and over 5 years of relevant experience. The company offers competitive pay, health benefits, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary plus bonus

Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of preconstruction/estimating experience on commercial construction projects.
• Knowledge of general conditions, site construction, foundation and structural systems.
• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft products.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process including analysis of drawings and specifications.
• Develop full-scope estimates based on construction documents.
• Critically analyze bid documents and create risk mitigation strategies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

AutoCAD 3D

REVIT

Job description

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Not just built for today. Building for tomorrow. DIRTT is a global leader in industrialized construction. Its system of physical products and digital tools empowers organizations, together with construction and design leaders, to build high-performing, adaptable, interior environments. Operating in the workplace, healthcare, education and public sector markets, DIRTT’s system provides total design freedom, and greater certainty in cost, schedule and outcomes. We're a highly motivated group of individuals who embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of the company. Everyone is hands-on, regardless of position. We celebrate our successes together. We work hard. We have fun. We respect each other.

As a Pre-Construction (DIV 8, or DIV 6) Manager , you will be responsible for preparing ROMs, estimates, pre-bid RFQ/RFP packages, project plans, schedule analysis, value engineering and constructability scope analysis focusing on (DIV 8,or DIV 6). Responsibilities also included working with business development, design and project management teams developing sections of schematic, design development and construction document targeted value design confirmations including soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids for installation, and scopes of work for various market sectors including both large ($5M-$20M) and small ($50K - $2M) projects.

What You'll Do

• Leads Estimating with timely roll-out and execution of the entire estimate deliverable process.
• Conduct initial analysis of drawings and specifications to ensure required documentation is present and determine scope of work needed to secure work.
• Develop full-scope estimates based on Bid-Build, Design-Build or IPD construction documents.
• Critically analyze bid documents and understand risk and opportunities and articulate those to management by creating risk mitigation strategy.
• Organize the bid team, providing leadership and direction with regards to means and methods, schedule and win strategy.
• Participate in technical proposals for Design Build pursuits positioning DIRTT as the value proposition in cost certainty and schedule savings.
• Provide detailed quantity and cost takeoffs of specific trades to aide GCs in scope valuation trade of subcontractors.
• Create detailed crew and installation cost estimates to balance check 3PL or Installation Subcontractors.
• Solicits and analyzes subcontractor and 3rd party vendor pricing input.
• Develops comprehensive project hand-off meeting with Project Executive team for smooth transition from pre-con to PM and Design. Attends any project post-bid kick-off meetings as required.
• Develops a robust estimating process with risk mitigation check points and course correction action plans.
• Performs technical/plan reviews understanding scope requirements for various project delivery diversification.
• Accurately assesses and plans takeoff workload and develops utilization rates and costs for services.
• Gather and monitor actual cost vs. estimated cost, maintaining project cost history and project success rate for regional markets.
• Manage and maintain subcontractor database and subcontractor prequalification including certification status, EMR, diversity, and bonding capacity.
• Builds effective relationships with internal teams, customers, design teams, subcontractors, general contractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations while being a trusted advisor on project deliverables.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management or 5+ years of preconstruction/estimating and/or operations experience on commercial construction projects.
• Knowledgeable of the following: general conditions, site construction, foundation and structural systems, interior systems, MEP systems, prefabricated and modular solutions and the costs and risks associated of these systems.
• Knowledge and efficiency in the following Software: Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD 3D, REVIT, Takeoff Software, Building Connected/Plan Rooms, Procore/PM Software, *ICE & DIRTT a plus.
• USGBC LEED accreditation preferred.
• Strong computer skills including the ability to use estimating software such as OnScreen Takeoff, spread sheets, bid management, online plan rooms and database applications and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook).
• Possess good organizational skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to manage and prioritize multiple projects concurrently.
• Resourceful and diligent in seeking solutions to problems and adapting to new situations.

What's In It for You

• A competitive base salary plus a variable pay (bonus) program.
• Eligibility to participate in DIRTT’s Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage plus life, critical illness, and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Mental health resources including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• A thorough and supportive onboarding program to set you up for success.

DIRTT Environmental Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and appreciates applications from all interested applicants. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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