SUMMARY: BEAR is hiring a Pre-Construction Assistant Project Manager to handle needs for its Multi Family projects. The position involves assisting the Pre-Construction department team during the pre-construction phase.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years of solid hands-on experience with a GC or with a developer working on administrative construction tasks
• Computer use – Microsoft Office, Jonas, Smartsheet
• Attention to detail, exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills
• Knowledge with Excel based Project budgets
  The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  Bear Real Estate Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics

• Permits – Main Point of contact. Work with the Pre-Con, Design and Development team to submit for and track the approval process.
• Permit/Approvals include - DNR, IEPA, Storm Water Protection Plan, Municipal Building, Municipal Civil, Municipal Engineering and County required Building Permits if applicable.
• Request Checks for Permits. Ensure timely delivery.
• Design – Participate in design decisions that meet or exceed Bear Design Standards. Assist with developing new standards.
• Complete plan reviews throughout the design development stage of pre-construction.
• Schedule – Maintain the Pre-Con Outlook calendar.
• Job Fairs - Set Up Section 3 and Disadvantaged business Job Fairs – as required. Attend job fair and answer questions from interested contractors and local labor.
• Project Pre-Bid Walk – Assist with contractor pre-bid project walk throughs.
• Design Meetings – Participate in design meetings. Provide updates on permits.
• Energy Rebate Programs – Identify all available rebate programs for projects. Provide construction documents, applications, and coordinate meetings.
• Central purchasing department – Participate in sharing of information between BREG entities, development of new standards and pursuing purchase agreements for materials and equipment.
• Estimating Department - Provide assistance as needed.
• Will Serve Letters – Obtain water, sewer, storm, electric, gas and fire Dept will serve letters from municipalities and private utility companies.
• Submit applications for Electric and Gas services.
• Pre-Order of equipment – Main contact for pre-orders of long lead items - Electrical equipment.
• Computer use – Microsoft Office, Jonas, Smartsheet, Bluebeam.
• Department Goals – Work as an integral team member to help the department achieve its goals. These include.
• Accurate estimates
• Create a steady workflow
• Feed the construction pipeline
• Develop standards and expectations
• Maintain a good partnership with other departments