Senior Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies US, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

Parenting Benefits

Employee Discount Programs

Pet insurance

Charitable matching funds

Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Job summary

A leading construction company located in Chicago is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager to join our National Mission Critical team. This role involves supporting preconstruction efforts, managing project delivery, and facilitating communication between teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management, and extensive experience in commercial construction. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of comprehensive benefits, highlighting the company's commitment to employee wellness.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience, including 5 years in preconstruction/estimating.
• Advanced knowledge of cost control, estimating, scheduling, and material pricing.
• Ethical and professional, with high personal performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Support preconstruction teams with estimating and project design.
• Manage and facilitate planning phases on select building projects.
• Build relationships with clients and communicate project value effectively.

Skills

Team management

Sales and presentation skills

Cost control

Preconstruction expertise

Interpersonal communication

Construction methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management

Tools

DESTINI Estimator

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

OST

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!

Some Things You Can Expect To Do

• 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 achieves 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.

Job 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 Really 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

• Competitive Salary


• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits


• Retirement and Savings Benefits


• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts


• Life Insurance


• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability


• Educational Assistance


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs


• Parenting Benefits


• Employee Discount Programs


• Pet insurance


• Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds


• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer

Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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