Preconstruction Manager (Southern California)

Blach Construction; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks of paid vacation

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Blach Construction in California is seeking a Preconstruction Manager responsible for leading preconstruction and estimating activities in the Southern California Region. This role works closely with owners, design teams, and operations to ensure project success.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field, along with at least four years of relevant experience. Blach offers competitive compensation, extensive benefits, and promotes professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in estimating or project management.
• Experience with Bay Area building contractors preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction costs and means.

Responsibilities

• Manage preconstruction and estimating activities for projects.
• Prepare Instructions to Bidder’s and Trade Contractor budget documents.
• Collaborate with Operations teams on subcontractor procurement.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Estimating software

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or architecture

Job description

Title:

Preconstruction Manager

Reports to:

Director, Preconstruction Services

Summary of Position:

This person is responsible for the execution of all preconstruction and estimating activities for Blach's Southern California Region, including collaborative interactions with owners, design teams, and CM/PM teams as well as working closely with Blach’s Operations and Self-Perform teams throughout the preconstruction phase.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for taking assigned projects strategically through all levels of estimating including Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development, and final Construction Drawings, including quantity take-offs, evaluating drawings, specifications, and related documents
• Communicate all estimates in a professional and strategic manner to owners, design teams, cost consultants, etc.
• Perform value engineering and various cost studies for structure, exterior skin, MEP systems, etc.
• Prepare Instructions to Bidder’s (ITB’s) and Trade Contractor budget documents during the preconstruction phase
• Reconcile estimates with cost consultants
• Manage trade contractor communication
• Collaborate with Operations teams on subcontractor procurement, including Bid Package development, scope reviews, post-bid interviews, and assembly of the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)
• Take a leading role in the pursuit of new work, including cost proposals, preconstruction narratives, and interviews for potential projects
• Be highly involved in all preconstruction activities beyond estimating, including constructability, design management, site investigation, early procurement, etc.
• Maintain strong relationships within the AEC community
• Have a strong knowledge and awareness of the factors that affect construction costs
• Have a deep understanding of construction means and methods, sequences, and techniques

Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or architecture and/or four or more years of experience in estimating or project management with Bay Area building contractors who possess a track record of successful project completions and high customer satisfaction
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service
• Experience preferred in Blach’s core markets: education, housing, institutional, workplace and mixed-use
• Experience with managing preconstruction activities
• Experience in Design-Build projects a plus
• Must have excellent organizational, communication (both written and verbal), and leadership skills
• Must be able to work both at a detail level and think strategically while managing customer relationships
• Solid computer skills are required, experience with Estimating software preferred

Position Status:

Full-time, regular business hours, exempt

Compensation:

Blach Construction offers an outstanding compensation package, including a highly competitive base salary, an initial three weeks of paid vacation (growing to four weeks after five years of service), holidays, and sick leave. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) plan with company match, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement benefit, long-term disability insurance, cash bonuses based upon performance, student loan paydown assistance, paid parental leave, professional development and education assistance, credit union membership, wellness reimbursement, professional affiliations, and many other benefits. The company practices a progressive management style that truly values and appreciates high-quality team members and invests a tremendous amount in their growth and development.

Blach Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.