Preconstruction Manager

At McAlvain, we are looking for specific attributes that fit our culture. Candidates are required to have certain inherent character traits for all positions within the organization. Our primary focus is centered around the traits of the PERSON. Secondary to that are the technical requirements of the job. Understanding the position being applied for is important but if the attributes below do not match your character, McAlvain will not be the right employer for you. The right kind of person is vital to us because we are constantly challenging ourselves to elevate our potential.McAlvain Construction, a Big-D Company, has an opportunity for an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join our team of construction professionals based in the Boise, ID area.Experience/Training:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or related field) preferred.8+ years working in the Preconstruction process as a Sr. Estimator, Chief Estimator, or Project Manager Critical Skills:Able to provide coaching with team members day to dayAbility to focus on preconstruction processes and proceduresAbility to understand and influence design and the design scheduleAbility to present to large and small groups, in-person and virtuallyGreat at building and maintaining relationships with clients and team membersAbility to communicate at a high levelGood time management skills and excellent attention to detailDesign Management SkillsUnderstanding of construction cost and is aware of current market conditionsExcellent computer skills, especially with Estimating softwareIn-depth knowledge of construction principles/practicesUnderstands all aspects of contracts, purchase orders, insurance, bonding and contractual risksDuties, Responsibilities and Expectations:(other duties may be assigned to meet business needs)Oversees the estimating process.Sets the project up for overall success.Proves value analysis solutions (systems options), including cost/schedule impactsEstablishes and maintains strong relationships with the owner, designer, and subcontractorsIs the lead contact with client and architectDevelops and maintains pre-construction scheduleEnsures a smooth transition from pre-construction to constructionServes as the liaison between estimators and ownersDevelops strong and long-lasting relationships with clients by understanding what is important to themMarkets the company to the owner and architectural team; engages the Business Development Department in pursuing future opportunitiesRegular, timely, and predictable attendance is required for this position.Performs other duties and responsibilities as assignedAdditional Tasks: Provides estimating and pricing on an assigned or multiple projects.Submits requests to architects and /or owners to obtain clarifications and answers to questions.Presents estimates to the owner in a clean and clear format.Provides all estimate breakouts required by the bid documents, the client, or Big-D personnel.Estimates complete concrete general requirements or conditions, including demolition, earthwork, crane needs, ready-mix adjustments, steel embeds and rough carpentry.Reviews and prices all items before others see it.Establishes a rough draft schedule of the project in order to develop estimate pricing, general conditions, and concrete general requirement.Provides estimate for project general conditions, as requested.Sets up the recap on the project, as requested.Reviews established budget estimate and bid and assists the project manager and job cost accountant with setting up the proper codes and organization of the job cost report.Transmits to the owners and architects the appropriate estimate summaries, recapitulations, and general conditions, etc., in a PDF format using Bluebeam.Benefits:100% Coverage for medical and dental insurance for employee plans.Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly Employer Contribution401k w/ matchLife Insurance & Disability paid for by Big-DVoluntary supplemental plans available to sign up for as well.PTO & HolidaysAdditional Job Information:Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D ConstructionEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)