Manager, Preconstruction

at  Wesgroup Properties

Wesgroup Properties started as a family business in British Columbia more than 60 years ago and today is one of Western Canada’s largest private real estate companies with a diversified portfolio spanning across residential and commercial real estate. Wesgroup owns and manages over 3.2 million square feet of commercial and multi-family real estate and has built more than 7,000 homes in 100 communities. With the active projects in our development pipeline, the portfolio will grow to over 7 million square feet over the next six years. Our operations are vertically integrated, encompassing land acquisition, construction, finance, design, marketing, sales, leasing, and property management. We have a long history of looking forward and we are dedicated to conducting business in line with our values of adaptability, accountability, relationships, and observing The Golden Rule without fail.

PROFILE SUMMARY

Wesgroup is poised for substantial growth over the next several years and in preparation for this exciting and challenging phase, we are actively seeking a highly engaged, driven and experienced Manager, Preconstruction to join our team.
As the Manager, Preconstruction, you will play a pivotal role in Wesgroup’s project development process. Reporting to the Director, Preconstruction, you will manage all phases of preconstruction, including overseeing critical activities such as conceptual estimating, design coordination, permitting, and budgeting. In addition, you will also mentor, guide and develop a team of Estimators. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring that projects are set up for success from the very beginning.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist the Director, Preconstruction to set the strategy for the entire pre-construction process and be accountable for it determining and allocating the resource requirements to implement the pre-construction strategy of the business unit.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in estimating roles with a preference for general contracting.
• Strong knowledge of British Columbia’s construction market, building codes, and regulations.
• Strong ability to read design drawings and full understanding of construction assemblies
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of BIM or Revit software
• Proficient in estimating software (e.g., AutoDesk Build, ProEst, On-Screen Take Off and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Standing relationships with sub-trades that have relevant experience with multi-family and mixed use construction
• Experience working onsite or as a sub-trade, is an asset

Please refer the Job description for details