Preconstruction Manager

Plano-Coudon; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

Plano-Coudon in Columbia, Maryland seeks a Pre-Construction Manager to deliver conceptual and design estimating for various projects. The role involves developing estimates, collaborating with clients and subcontractors, and maintaining a strong understanding of the market.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of estimating experience and a working knowledge of the DMV/Baltimore region. A competitive salary from $95,000 to $130,000 and a benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience estimating for commercial and institutional construction projects.
• Experience using take-off software.
• Must have working knowledge of the subcontractor market in the DMV/Baltimore region.
• Demonstrates the P‑C core values: integrity, community, positivity, accountability, teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Deliver conceptual and design development estimating for projects.
• Develop detailed estimates from preliminary documents issued by clients.
• Coordinate with Proposal Writers to respond to RFPs.
• Generate and execute winning strategies to differentiate Plano-Coudon.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.

Skills

Estimating for commercial construction

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Education

7+ years of experience estimating

Knowledge of DMV/Baltimore subcontractor market

Tools

Take-off software

Job description

PRE-CONSTRUCTION MANAGER ROLE SUMMARY

Deliver conceptual, schematic and design development level estimating, negotiated project final pricing, as well as competitive (hard) bid pricing to be delivered under various contract delivery methods.

Preconstruction Process

• Develop detailed estimates from preliminary documents (Concept, Schematic, Design Development) issued by clients.
• Communicate regularly with our clients:
  • Attend scheduled meetings to gain a better understanding of client needs.
  • Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits.
  • Hold budget review / scope meetings.
  • Communicate industry pricing and supply chain trends.
• Coordinate with our Proposal Writers in compiling a complete response to RFP’s.
• Captain and lead individual budgeting efforts supported by the Preconstruction Department staff:
  • Hold internal budget kick off meetings.
  • Hold scope, coverage, and check-in meetings.
  • Ensure proper subcontractor pricing coverage.
• Generate and execute winning strategies to differentiate Plano-Coudon from our competition.
• Identify strategies to increase project profitability.
• Coordinate with Architects and Design Professionals throughout the budgeting phase:
  • Generate RFI’s
  • Suggest value engineering/cost savings suggestions
  • Identify missing information on issued documents
  • Perform constructability reviews
  • Attend design meetings
• Perform quantity take-offs and in-house pricing.
• Populate trade bid tabs and leveling sheets.
• Identify gaps in trade scope to be covered with in-house pricing; provide in-house estimates as needed.
• Identify and document qualifications and clarifications required for each submission.
• Write Scopes of Work for subcontractors.
• Utilize estimating software to prepare bids and budgets.

Other Duties

• Collaborate with Director of Preconstruction and peers on improving the overall processes and procedures of the Preconstruction Department.
• Help update and maintain project deliverables and other technologies.
• Help maintain a list prequalified subcontractors, suppliers and vendors. Identify and solicit new subcontractors, suppliers and vendors for bids as needed. Remain knowledgeable of the marketplace to ensure adequate subcontractor, supplier, and vendor database.
• Work in a collaborative team environment, both within the preconstruction group and the company.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• 7+ years' experience estimating for commercial and institutional construction projects.
• Experience using take-off software.
• Ability to write, modify, and collaborate on specific scopes of work.
• Must have working knowledge of the subcontractor market in the DMV/Baltimore region.
• Comfortable working with and presenting deliverables to clients.
• Collaborative team player who can also work independently.
• Motivated to put together winning bids with a competitive mindset.
• Demonstrates the P‑C core values: fire in the belly, integrity, community, health/wellness, positivity, accountability, and teamwork.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• PC Faith: Positivity, Community, Fire in the Belly, Accountability, Integrity, Teamwork, Health.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Relationship Building
• Strategic Thinking
• Leadership
• Coaching and DevelopmentResilience and Stress Tolerance
• Professionalism and Ethical Conduct

Compensation:

• Base salary - $95,000 - $130,000
• We offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees
• Bonus opportunity
• Total compensation commensurate with experience and background

WORK ENVIRONMENT, EQUIPMENT, AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands listed below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Typing and viewing of a computer screen required.
• Occasional off hours work as needed.
• Occasional bending, crouching and stooping throughout the day
• Some light lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required
• Must be able to calmly and effectively work with high stress situations.