Preconstruction Manager - Industrial Construction

The Weitz Company; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401K with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking an Industrial Preconstruction Manager to be located in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role leads preconstruction services for medium to large industrial projects, coordinating with design teams, vendors, and operations to ensure profitable hand-offs and successful project delivery.

Candidates should have eight or more years in industrial estimating or project management, strong leadership and client-relations skills, and proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Timberline

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in extensive estimating and/or project management in industrial‑related construction.
• Proven history of leading, teaching, developing and mentoring others successfully.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Timberline Estimating and related software.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret technical drawings and communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts to deliver cost and schedule forecasts for medium to large projects.
• Review and coordinate estimating, scheduling, strategy and communication across teams.
• Coordinate systems and schedules with trade partners, operations, and design/build teams to plan and budget for safety.
• Drive standardization of operating practices and reporting among business units.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure profitable project turnover to operations.
• Travel as required; lead preconstruction meetings and engage stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Team leadership

Client relations

Negotiation

Decision making

Problem solving

Communication

Analytics

Adaptability

Drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelors in Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Timberline Estimating

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships makes The Weitz Company a great place to work.

The Weitz Company is seeking an Industrial Preconstruction Manager to be located out of our Cedar Rapids, IA office. Candidates must have previous industrial construction experience.

The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for providing outstanding customer service and setting up medium‑size to large, complex projects up for success through delivery of preconstruction services, development and delivery of preconstruction services. Value should be provided to customers by leading the project team and design consultants, predicting cost and schedule, advocating for owners and seamlessly transitioning preconstruction services to the operations team. This role will provide oversight and leadership to assigned internal employees.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for accuracy of all estimating, scheduling, strategy and communication throughout preconstruction process
• Review weekly preconstruction process to ensure progress is on schedule; initiate changes to remain on schedule; advise leadership of issues that may pose a cost or schedule impact
• Coordinate building systems and schedules with trade partners, the operations and engineering team and design/build construction team to plan and budget for safety on each project
• Make decisions in a timely manner; understand when to involve upper management in decisions; assess level of risk and consequences associated
• Drive standardization of operating practices, business processes and reporting among business units
• Collaborate with operations, business development, preconstruction team members and other stakeholders to ensure projects are turned over for success with the expected level of profitability, and complete and accurate documentation is given at construction hand‑off
• Understand the clients’ needs to manage the process efficiently, ensure timely completion, understand local logistics/subcontractor and supplier market, and how BIM/LEED/LEAN can be best utilized
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors and co‑workers; initiate third party relationships when opportunities arise
• Lead preconstruction meetings, when appropriate
• Adhere to all company policies, standards, and procedures
• Other duties and projects as assigned
• Business travel will be required

What We’re Looking For

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or an industry related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience of extensive estimating and/or project management in industrial‑related construction field is required. Proven history of leading, teaching, developing and mentoring others successfully.
• Skills: Independent judgment, business acumen, client relations, negotiation, decision‑making, conflict resolution, problem solving, effective internal and external communication, project management, team leadership, tact, adaptability and analytical abilities are all necessary skills for a Senior Preconstruction Manager. Candidates must also have the ability to accurately evaluate and interpret technical drawings. Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Weitz core values while maintaining a “value added” approach to preconstruction.
• Technology: Proficiency with operating systems and basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. Employee must have experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Timberline Estimating and the ability to learn other specific software.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax‑Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer‑Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
• Employer‑Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products including Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company is an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.