Preconstruction Design-Build Project Lead

Southland Industries, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead the design-build/design-assist preconstruction process. You will manage design and detailing schedules, monitor progress, and handle the financial aspects of design contracts to ensure high-quality projects on time and within budget.

You will develop client relationships, coordinate with cross-functional teams including architects and other contractors, and communicate goals and schedules with business development,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction science or equivalent training/experience.
• 6+ years of progressive engineering or construction management experience.
• PE licensure preferred.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and technical writing skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office and Autodesk products (Revit).
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team while meeting deadlines.
• Understanding of MEP calculations, building codes, standards, and MEP system costs.
• Ability to develop design tasks and distribute work among the design team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preconstruction process for design-build and design-assist projects, managing design and detailing schedules.
• Develop and maintain client relationships; coordinate with cross-functional teams including other disciplines and architects.
• Communicate goals and schedules with business development, engineering, estimating, and project management; assess risk and align construction schedules.
• Manage all financial aspects of design contracts (costs, billings, and collections) to maintain profitability and cash flow.
• Coordinate engineering resources to support estimating and provide engineering support to business development during pursuits.
• Develop standards, methods, processes, and procedures for the engineering department; train junior team members and ensure compliance with codes and design instructions.
• Develop and maintain document control to ensure compliance with requirements and standards.
• Plan and coordinate on-site field surveys to collect and deliver design and engineering data.
• Assist in early procurement leveling efforts as required by the project.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical writing

Time management

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Science

Tools

MS Office

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk products

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a seasoned Preconstruction Manager to lead the design-build/design-assist preconstruction process. You will manage design and detailing schedules, monitor progress, and handle the financial aspects of design contracts to ensure high-quality projects on time and within budget.

You will develop client relationships, coordinate with cross-functional teams including architects and other contractors, and communicate goals and schedules with business development,