Senior Mechanical Estimating & Preconstruction Lead

James G. Davis Construction Corp.; United States; On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health care

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Annual HSA contribution

Annual incentive bonus

Paid time off & holidays

Company vehicle / auto allowance

Job summary

James G. Davis Construction Corp. is seeking a Mechanical Manager to lead the overall management of the mechanical trades for a project, combining estimating and preconstruction duties.

You will develop work plans, identify resources, and coordinate with the Lead Estimating Manager / Preconstruction Manager. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least five years of estimating experience in commercial construction, with strong leadership and communication to align with design teams and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or related field.
• Minimum of five years of estimating experience for commercial construction.
• Experience leading bidding and budgeting for mechanical trades.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction management principles, including safety, quality, constructability and sustainability.
• Leadership-level communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budget / bid / GMP assembly for the mechanical trade.
• Prepares detailed estimates at all design phases; proficient in Division 15.
• Manages and coordinates division 15 with all other divisions.
• Leads constructability reviews for the mechanical trades.
• Leads the development of specific systems analyses and creation of Value Engineering and Alternates lists/logs.
• Researches and compiles historical data for future estimate and bid preparation.
• Participates in design progress / project meetings and client presentations.
• Owns responsibility for overall trade partner / supplier coverage and effective communication and management; identifies qualified trade partners.
• Counsels, educates and coaches staff to help them develop necessary job skills.
• Builds relationships with trade partners / suppliers, clients and design teams.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or related field

Job description

James G. Davis Construction Corp. is seeking a Mechanical Manager to lead the overall management of the mechanical trades for a project, combining estimating and preconstruction duties.

You will develop work plans, identify resources, and coordinate with the Lead Estimating Manager / Preconstruction Manager. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least five years of estimating experience in commercial construction, with strong leadership and communication to align with design teams and