Preconstruction Lead

Our client is looking to fill a Preconstruction Lead Position. The ideal candidate would:

• Thoroughly assess project Request for Proposal (RFP) documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate internal distribution of RFP documents efficiently.
• Compile Project Information documents, consolidating crucial solicitation details.
• Assign scope of work to project estimators and manage the process effectively.
• Handle the question and answer process with project owners.
• Coordinate or attend pre-bid site visits as necessary.
• Lead the management and coordination of preliminary design information in collaboration with subcontract Design Partners for Design-Build solicitations.
• Conduct and lead meetings effectively.
• Liaise with corporate departments to secure current insurance, bond, and tax information.
• Request and coordinate the receipt and execution of bid bonds/guarantees.
• Collaborate with Estimators to evaluate and analyze subcontractor/vendor proposals for accuracy in scope.
• Prepare or review vendor/subcontractor lists, solicitation formats, and bid analyses.
• Assist in developing subcontractor call lists/logs, ensuring compliance with Small Business requirements.
• Review or obtain pricing of General Requirements and major project scopes as needed.
• Aid the Scheduler in developing the overall project schedule.
• Ensure compliance with RFP Requirements and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Prepare price proposal documents for Management review and approval.
• Facilitate the turnover of awarded projects to the Operations Team, including procurement assistance.
• Develop Cost Code, Schedule of Values, and Budget Breakdowns for awarded projects.

Skills Required:

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse team members to achieve common objectives.
• Proficiency in understanding construction documents and identifying potential construction issues.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Excel and Word).
• Familiarity with On-Screen take-off software or similar tools.
• Experience with estimating software, particularly Sage Estimating (Timberline), is advantageous.

Experience Preferred:

• Minimum of 10 years of construction industry experience with a focus on estimating.
• Demonstrated commitment to previous employers, with a minimum tenure of three (3) years.
• Experience leading project estimates/proposals.
• Knowledge of fixed price, design-build, and/or self-perform estimating is desirable.
• Experience in government project estimating is beneficial.
• Experience in training/mentoring junior staff is a plus