Preconstruction Engineer II

Holland Construction Services, Inc.; Swansea (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sabbatical every five years

Tuition reimbursement

Health/fitness fee supplements

Volunteer leave of absence

Job summary

Holland Construction Services, Inc. is seeking a Preconstruction Engineer II to assist with preconstruction efforts and ensure tasks completion accurately. This role requires managing preconstruction tasks, analyzing bids, and collaborating effectively with subcontractors and suppliers.

The ideal candidate will hold an associate or bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field and have 3-6 years of relevant experience. The company offers competitive compensation, referral incentives, and benefits like tuition reimbursement and paid sabbaticals every five years.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in construction management or related field.
• Ability to perform detailed quantity take-offs for construction scopes.
• Proven communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned tasks and scopes of work for preconstruction efforts.
• Analyze sub bids and ensure complete scope communication.
• Assist with preparation of estimate deliverables.

Skills

Communication skills

Construction software proficiency

Time management

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Preconstruction estimate software

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

At Holland Construction Services, Preconstruction Engineer II is responsible for assisting with preconstruction efforts as directed by lead preconstruction manager(s). The preconstruction engineer takes ownership of their assigned tasks and ensures tasks are completed correctly and on time with assistance and direction from more senior team members as needed. Occasionally takes lead on smaller preconstruction efforts while being overseen by lead preconstruction manager.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manages their assigned tasks and scopes of work to provide complete and accurate information to lead preconstruction manager.
• Builds relationships with key trade partners and project team.
• Performs detailed and accurate quantity take off for assigned scopes and
• Contributes to the assembly and maintenance of project cost history.
• Analyzes sub bids and material quotes for scope completeness and Communicates with subcontractors and material suppliers to ensure a complete scope of work is provided.
• Assists with the preparation of estimate deliverables and presentation books for clients during various states of the preconstruction process.
• Attends pre-bid
• Reviews drawings, specs, and bid documents to ensure all necessary information is included and
• Assists with the solicitation & bid invitation Provides lead preconstruction manager with draft written project description, identifies, and recommends subcontractor selections, sends invitations for request to bid, generates subcontractor lists for follow up, makes bid calls, updates notes, and contact information.
• Prepares project clarifications and budget assumptions for assigned scopes of
• Develops and improves proficiency with relevant construction software utilized by
• Attends and assists with post-mortem meetings as
• Assists in identifying new and qualified subcontractors and material suppliers for HCS Subcontractor
• Assists with due diligence issues including permits, financing, and regulatory approvals as
• Attends client meetings as needed and observes to understand client interaction and needs, as well as acting as another set of eyes and ears for critical information.
• Manages small preconstruction efforts, utilizing preconstruction estimate software, with oversight by lead preconstruction manager.
• Provides clear and complete handoff of scopes to lead preconstruction manager when re-assigned to another project or project shifts to operations for buy out.
• Assists with the preparation of estimate deliverables and presentation books for clients during various states of the preconstruction process.
• Assists in identifying cost for scope of work reductions and value engineering
• Assists in communicating sub-bid results to subcontractor market as requests
• Assists Project Managers with large scope of work change

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Typically requires an associate degree or bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering or related degree and 3-6 years of experience OR equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regularly required to communicate effectively.
• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs; lifting up to 10 lbs., pulling, and/or pushing on occasion.

INCENTIVE HIGHLIGHTS

• Market competitive compensation.
• Project referral and business development incentive plans.
• Paid sabbatical every five years of employment, including stipend for travel.
• Health / fitness fee supplements.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Volunteer leave of absence.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• And much more...