Preconstruction Manager (Water Division)

PC Construction Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employee Owned

Diverse and inclusive workforce

Job summary

PC Construction Company is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead efforts in pursuit planning and oversee preconstruction activities. The role demands strong communication and leadership skills, with ten years of relevant experience in engineering design for water/wastewater facilities.

The successful candidate will work closely with estimators and operations teams to ensure project success. This position may be based in various locations including Charlotte, North Carolina, and involves some travel for site visits.

PC Construction, a 100% employee-owned company, values diversity and inclusion in its workforce.

Qualifications

• At least ten years of experience in engineering design development for water/wastewater facilities.
• DBIA certification preferred.
• Strong background in design, operations, estimating, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preconstruction process and coordinate with teams.
• Interface with engineers, architects, and third-party consultants.
• Prepare and present content for owners.
• Manage preconstruction schedule and budget.
• Develop and manage bid packages.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Engineering design

Project scope understanding

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Estimating software

Project management software

Job description

PC Construction is looking for a dynamic Preconstruction Manager to support the company in pursuit planning and preconstruction efforts for all PC projects. This individual is responsible for overseeing the preconstruction process and coordinates with estimating, operations, purchasing, and business development teams in this role. The Preconstruction Manager is the primary point of contact with the client and works closely with the executive in charge/Director of Preconstruction to ensure the overall success of the project.

The right candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, combined with at least ten years of experience in engineering design development for water/wastewater facilities. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills are a must. A DBIA certification and diverse background in design, operations, estimating and business development are preferred.

This position may be headquartered in the greater DC region; Charlotte, North Carolina; Atlanta, Georgia; or Florida. Some travel is required to jobsites in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with a team of estimators and or operations personnel in the preconstruction process.
• Manage/interface with engineers/architects and 3rd party consultants.
• Direct point of contact with owner and owner’s representative.
• Mentoring and provide training for preconstruction.
• Coordinate with Director, other regional preconstruction managers to maintain standards and deliverables which align with PC’s standards.
• Assist in preparation of preconstruction proposals, fees, GCs/GRs and rates.
• Interview for projects.
• Strong understanding of project scope and objectives in preconstruction.
• Responsible for understanding project estimate and details of estimate.
• Lead and participate in workshops (VE, MOPO, HAZOP, etc.).
• Prepare and present content for owners.
• Coordinate and manage design subcontractor (Design-Build).
• Manage preconstruction schedule and budget.
• Track, manage, and deliver all formal deliverables to owner.
• Develop and manage bid packages and overall procurement/sub-contracting plan.
• Coordinate overall project pricing and descoping in the Guaranteed Maximum Price Development.
• Ensure compliance with DBE requirements, primarily good faith efforts.
• Coordinate and assist setting up new subcontractors in prequalification.
• Support purchasing and operations in buyout.
• Lead turnover efforts to operations team.
• Assist Director of Preconstruction, Construction Executive during hard-bid cycles in “home” region.
• Leverage local subcontractor/vendor relationships to assure bid adequate coverage.
• Assist Construction Executive in bid strategy and reviews.
• Track region’s craft labor costs, in-place production rates.

100% EMPLOYEE OWNED

PC Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.

About PC Construction PC offers general contracting, construction management and design-build services to private and public clients across the country. The company manages projects along the east coast from its headquarters in Vermont and a network of locations in Florida, Georgia, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina and the Mid-Atlantic. From specialized buildings to complex water and wastewater treatment plants, PC is ranked annually as one of the top contractors in the country. A construction industry leader for over 65 years, PC Construction is guided to success by its team of dedicated employee-owners.