Preconstruction Director

4 weeks ago


Des Moines, United States CareerBuilder Full time

The Preconstruction Director will be responsible for overseeing and supporting management with customer focused coordination and preparation of projects within the Preconstruction Department. The Director of Preconstruction will lead participation in competitive bid efforts for both CM and Design Build project delivery formats including estimates beginning at the earliest stages of conceptual design through completed construction documents. Must lead project teams composed of both Clayco personnel and external partners by providing design management, value-based project scoping, risk assessment, and competitive reliable pricing.

Specific Responsibilities:
Work with Business Unit Leaders (Institutional, Industrial, Residential/Hospitality, Commercial) and Project Executives to identify projects to pursue
Lead the team to prepare accurate proposals
Develop scope of work for each trade
Review scopes with subcontractors
Oversee subcontractor selection process
Prepare final estimates for owner presentation
Present to clients and owners
Review construction documents for value engineering
Prepare and price the value engineering items
Train and mentor junior estimating staff
Maintain master subcontractor/vendor lists by trade
Assist project managers in negotiation of contracts, change orders, etc.
Maintain and develop historical data for unit pricing
Develop general conditions for review with project management
Education/Experience/Attributes/Requirements:
Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related
10+ years of estimating commercial construction projects ($50+ million)
Capability to lead project pursuits in multiple market sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Healthcare, Institutional, and Residential
Demonstrated knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices
Knowledge of estimating and quantity takeoff software
Experience leading Preconstruction meetings
Previous supervisory experience managing and mentoring junior staff

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