As a member of the preconstruction team, this position is responsible for the management of the collaborative preconstruction process. This role is responsible for coordination between designers and owner as well as oversight of trade partner solicitation process. In addition to managing client relationships throughout the preconstruction phase, this role coordinates with the project executive and field leadership to ensure execution and completion of the preconstruction process. This position is responsible for a variety of estimating functions including accurate quantity surveys, analyzing proposals and requirements and preparing cost estimates for major construction projects. This position requires a meticulous attention to detail, excellent time management, follow-up and organization skills; a commitment to process and procedure; and the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks, while balancing and managing multiple deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or equivalent/applicable degree preferred, Minimum 2-year Associates Degree;
• 5-8 years’ preconstruction experience with large, complex projects;
• Multi-family, commercial, healthcare and education experience preferred;
• Communication, negotiation and client relationship skills;
• Ability to build and maintain relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally;
• Advanced knowledge of the means and methods of construction management and of specific trades and scopes of work and ability to prepare quantity surveys;
• Strong computer skills, specifically packaged construction management software, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with AutoCAD, Assemble, Revit and scheduling software a plus;
• Strong written and verbal communications skills;
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations;
• Strong analytical, organizational and multi-tasking abilities are required in order to find solutions to various issues prioritize work and meet deadlines. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected;
• Able to work in a highly diverse and inclusive environment; and
• In possession of valid driver’s license, in good standing.

• Manage the preconstruction process and resources to provide exceptional services;
• Prepare proposals and utilize independent judgment in determining final price quotations in a manner that awarded projects are attained and are profitable;
• Maintain collaborative relationships with clients, designers, engineers, consultants and trade partners;
• Provide active participation during project pursuits including RFP responses and involvement in project interviews;
• Produce conceptual estimates for clients across multiple sectors;
• Perform quantitative estimating tasks, estimate development and trade partner solicitation as needed;
• Facilitate and manage the value management process throughout design development;
• Cultivate a working relationships in a manner that encourages a collaborative environment, team effort and professional approach consistent with the Company’s business philosophy and style;
• Development and maintenance of estimating guidelines, policies and standard operating procedures to provide a mechanism for monitoring estimating productivity, performance and quality control;
• Maintain and update the estimating database; and
• Travel as needed for jobsite visits, interviews, and owner/architect page turns and offsite meetings.