Preconstruction Engineer

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Preconstruction Engineer to join our St. Louis, MO or Phoenix, AZ offices.

The role establishes growth paths within McCarthy’s Preconstruction career track and participates in bid/estimating, plan/spec review, subcontractor pricing, and coordination with internal and external teams. Responsibilities include reviewing RFPs, driving constructible designs with partners, performing takeoffs, pricing, risk analysis, and bid documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related major.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Basic knowledge of estimating software/tools (OST, Bluebeam) required.
• Strong math and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Reviews RFP documents and seeks value-add alternatives.
• Communicates with design partners to clarify scope and drive efficient designs.
• Performs quantity take-offs and develops wage rates for estimates.
• Analyzes project schedules and provides feedback.
• Works with team to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to obtain buy-in on estimates.
• Participates in the internal estimate review process.
• Aids field operations with change order pricing if needed.

Skills

Reading drawings

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Math skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

OST (On-Screen Takeoff)

Bluebeam

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

McCarthy’s Renewables Group is looking to add a Preconstruction Engineer to our St. Louis, MO or Phoenix, AZ office. The Preconstruction Engineer’s position establishes the fundamental principles for an individual’s growth and success within McCarthy’s Preconstruction career path. The role will participate in all aspects of the bid/estimating process, including but not limited to –review of plans and specs, soliciting and negotiating prices with subcontractors/suppliers, quantity take-off, pricing, scoping and bidding of construction process. This role is highly collaborative and will work closely with McCarthy’s internal teams as well as external subcontractors, suppliers, owners, and engineers.

Responsibilities

Estimating Support for Projects

• Reviews RFP documents and seeks value-add alternatives.
• Communicates with design partners to clarify scope of work and drive efficient, constructable designs.
• Performs quantity take-offs, develops wage rates, and utilizes historical data to develop accurate estimates.
• Analyzes project schedules and provides feedback.
• Works with team to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to obtain team buy-in on estimates.
• Actively participates in the internal estimate review process.
• After the bid, collects and organizes all bid information for future reference.
• Aids field operations with change order pricing if needed.

Subcontractor Analysis for Bids

• Solicits subcontractors for bids.
• Directs, coordinates and provides information and documents to subcontractors.
• Evaluates subcontractor bids, identifies scope gaps, and validates pricing.
• Prepares contractual exhibits for scope of work for subcontracts.

Industry Knowledge / Relationships

• Builds relationships with subcontractors to obtain a competitive advantage for McCarthy.
• Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity.
• Builds and maintains relationships with internal McCarthy clients.
• Keeps current with latest estimating technology and techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related major
• Basic knowledge of estimating technology and tools such as On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam, or related software required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications required
• Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to estimating.
• Strong math and analytical skills with attention to detail required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Results oriented – able to produce clean and complete work products in a fast-paced environment.
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes, as well as negotiated/hard bids and GMP processes preferred.

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.