Preconstruction Manager I: Estimating & Value Design Lead

Ryan Companies US; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Job summary

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a Preconstruction Manager I for our Minneapolis, MN office to lead estimating management and support during the preconstruction process, focusing on cost control and the overall preconstruction workflow.

This role emphasizes developing conceptual and detailed estimates, taking-off quantities, and coordinating with project teams. You will train Cost Engineers and Project Management staff, review estimates, and guide subcontractor selection based on best value.

Qualifications

• 4 year engineering, architectural or management degree required.
• 4-6 years commercial construction experience.
• Knowledge of construction means and methods and able to read and understand project plans.
• Proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.
• Be able to perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take offs, and summarize data in a meaningful way.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel. Working knowledge of OST, Bluebeam, VICO, Navisworks, and Revit a plus.
• Knowledge of design-build, CM at Risk, and best-value processes.
• Able to teach skills and knowledge to others.
• Knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, and procurement methods.
• Able to listen, prioritize, and value the opinions of others.

Responsibilities

• Work with project managers to develop conceptual and detailed estimates.
• Perform quantity take-offs of all construction systems.
• Create project estimates individually and with a team.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for budgeting and bid proposals.
• Scope and select subcontractors based on best value and project requirements.
• Record final estimates and maintain cost history.
• Support the development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction expertise including value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and project pursuits.
• Coach Preconstruction Engineers and Project Management staff.
• Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets of types. Capable of cost modeling using Uniformat II system costs.
• Support the development of detailed proposal estimates including subcontractor quotes, self-perform work, general conditions, and all aspects of construction projects.
• Proactively update estimates during the evolution and refinement of project scope.
• Build upon Ryan subcontractor and vendor resource database.
• Prepare scope documents for design-build and hard-bid subcontractors.
• Support the value of preconstruction / design management services.
• Solicit, analyze, and negotiate subcontractor quotes. Able to recommend award based on best value and project requirements.
• Consistently achieves customer satisfaction and raving fan goals.
• Thorough understanding of the estimating stages, process, and costs.
• Able to operate efficiently and independently.
• Work with other team members, possibly in other geographic locations, to complete project proposals in a thorough and timely fashion.
• Maintain accurate historical cost data and current market information in the Ryan cost history system. Work to complete cost estimate archives with Project Management staff.
• Ability to communicate and work well with others at all levels.
• Review and provide feedback on project estimates created by preconstruction staff and project managers. Provide direction for understanding project scope, market pricing, and available resources.
• Coach Preconstruction Engineers and Project Management staff on the preconstruction process.
• Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets of types. Capable of cost modeling using Uniformat system costs.
• Manage from a comprehensive preconstruction schedule, design from a detailed estimate, optimize building systems, embrace enhanced design and deliver well-coordinated design documents.
• Play a significant role in developing relationships with the Architectural community and clients with an eye towards providing design/build level preconstruction services.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

Cost estimating

Reading drawings

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Revit

VICO

OST

Uniformat II

CSI

Education

4 year engineering, architectural or management degree

Tools

OST

Bluebeam

VICO

Navisworks

Revit

Excel

Uniformat II

Job description

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a Preconstruction Manager I for our Minneapolis, MN office to lead estimating management and support during the preconstruction process, focusing on cost control and the overall preconstruction workflow.

This role emphasizes developing conceptual and detailed estimates, taking-off quantities, and coordinating with project teams. You will train Cost Engineers and Project Management staff, review estimates, and guide subcontractor selection based on best value.