Senior Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies US, Inc.

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager in Chicago, Illinois to lead preconstruction and estimating initiatives. Your responsibilities will include providing estimating leadership, managing project delivery, and collaborating closely with the architectural and construction teams to optimize project value.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of experience in commercial construction, with a specific focus on estimating and preconstruction. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

Minimum 10 years commercial construction experience including 5 years in preconstruction/estimating.
Proven ability to manage teams successfully and profitably.
Advanced knowledge of construction means, building types, and material pricing.

Responsibilities

Support the development team with preconstruction expertise.
Manage/facilitate in all project delivery methods.
Train and coach Cost Engineers and Project Management staff.

Skills

Commercial construction experience

Team management

Construction estimating

Strong presentation skills

Project scheduling

Cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management

Tools

DESTINI Estimator

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Description

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Senior Preconstruction Manager to join our National Mission Critical team!

The Senior Preconstruction Manager provides preconstruction and estimating leadership and expertise to projects and project teams. The Senior Preconstruction Manager is responsible for creating cost models, estimates, reviewing and advising staff estimates, training, value analysis, and sales/marketing.

Responsibilities

Support the development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction expertise including estimating, value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, project pursuits, and sales acumen.
Manage/facilitate in all project delivery methods and procurement strategies.
Manage/facilitate the planning and design phases on select building projects that will ultimately bring value to our customer and maximize our profit.
Communicate the value of preconstruction/design management services on project pursuits.
Train and coach Cost Engineers and Project Management staff.
Maintain accurate historical cost data and current market information.
Create accurate conceptual estimates.
Develop contacts and quickly build relationships with potential clients.
Make effective and convincing formal sales presentations to prospective customers.
Consistently achieve customer satisfaction and raving fan goals.
Assess and promote professional development for direct reports.
Implement, and hold team accountable to corporate goals and initiatives.
Assume primary responsibility for ongoing formal and informal training and mentoring design management, estimating, document quality and procurement skills.
Play a significant role in developing relationships with the Architectural community and clients with an eye towards providing design/build level preconstruction services.
Manage from a comprehensive preconstruction schedule, design from a detailed estimate, optimize building systems, embrace enhanced design and deliver well-coordinated design documents.
Review and provide feedback on project estimates created by the project managers. Provide direction for understanding project scope, market pricing, and available resources.
Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets of types. Capable of cost modeling using Uniformat II system costs.
Document project information in the Ryan Uniformat work breakdown structure for historical comparisons.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management
Minimum 10 years commercial construction experience including 5 years in preconstruction/estimating.
Proven ability to manage teams successfully and profitably.
Advanced knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, estimating, scheduling, cost control and material pricing.
Effectively prioritizes and balances big picture and immediate responsibilities.
Ability to listen effectively, value the opinions of others and acknowledge contributions of others.
Thorough understanding of the design/build and integrated project delivery processes.
Thorough understanding of value design and budget control during the planning and design phases.
Thorough knowledge of the architectural, engineering, and construction processes.
Strong personal presence; sales and presentation skills and interpersonal communication skills.
Maintains balance of costs and aesthetic quality.
Estimating background with experience in conceptual estimating. Values company culture and mission.
Maintains the highest professional standards at all times.
Ethical and professional - setting a high standard for personal performance and behavior.

You Will Stand Out If You

Have Mission Critical Data Center project experience.
Have proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.
Can demonstrate working knowledge of DESTINI Estimator, Microsoft Excel, OST, and Bluebeam.

Compensation

The annual base pay salary range is $140,000 - $180,000. The salary base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Eligibility

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits