Preconstruction Manager

Title: Preconstruction Manager (Orlando, FL)

The Preconstruction Manager will work closely with estimating, architects, engineers, owners, and subcontractors to manage the estimating and pre-construction functions of the company.

Preconstruction Manager Roles & Responsibilities:

• Integrate with a small team focused to grow the commercial market segment in Florida
• Lead project-based estimating efforts
• Develop conceptual cost models
• Coordinate the detail cost estimates at SD, DD, and CD phases
• Develop GMP estimates
• Develop procurement and construction schedules
• Write cost and contract qualifications
• Manage the bidding and buyout processes on multiple projects in different geographical locations simultaneously
• Develop, document, and update workflow processes; Create standardization and best practices
• Streamline project takeoffs/quantifications
• Develop and maintain historical cost metrics Develop reporting and communication tools
• Use the power of benchmarking to communicate costs early and accurately
• Support overall marketing efforts for the commercial market
• Support business strategy initiatives for the commercial market
• Support client capture strategies for the commercial market

Preconstruction Manager Qualifications

• A construction-related Bachelor’s degree is a plus but not required
• 10+ years of preconstruction or estimating experience in commercial construction
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, estimating software (Sage or similar), takeoff software (Onscreen Takeoff or similar), BIM tools (Revit, Assemble, etc.) a plus, project management software (Procore or similar), and scheduling software (Project or similar)
• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills
• Ability to independently manage workload and commitments
• Balance commitments while maintaining flexibility to jump in and out of projects on short notice
• Effectively summarize detail and complex information into simple bullet points that allow stakeholders to make informed business decisions
• Ability to navigate various estimating, scheduling, and database platforms
• Ability to manage and report information on a client-by-client basis
• Must have experience preparing detailed conceptual cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility level documentation
• Ability to assemble a complete presentation worthy estimate package that clearly communicates project cost
• Must have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost
• Must be familiar with reviewing construction contracts and can identify key insurance and damages clauses

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