Senior Mechanical Preconstruction Manager

6 days ago


Birmingham, Alabama, United States Clayco Full time

About Clayco

We are a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Preconstruction Manager to participate in all aspects of the preconstruction process for mechanical systems to develop accurate, detailed cost estimates, often based on conceptual or schematic designs with a focus on heavy/advanced manufacturing, industrial and mission critical projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collect and distribute bid documentation relative to RFPs, and solicit bid requests using online platforms.
  • Assist in gathering information to complete Bid Qualification and Criteria requirements.
  • Attend pre-bid meetings to become familiar with unique project requirements and analyze existing site conditions to determine required scope that is not already indicated.
  • Review and interpret project documents to determine job-specific material, equipment, and labor requirements for scope development.
  • Prepare written scopes of work for subcontracts and suppliers and coordinate mechanical scopes with the work of other trades.
  • Participate in pre-proposal design coordination meetings to support the development of pricing documents for conceptual estimates.
  • Perform constructability analysis of project documents and communicate design and constructability issues to the project team.
  • Provide viable design alternatives and value engineering propositions with analysis supporting benefits to initial and life cycle cost, schedule, maintenance, etc.
  • Perform quantity survey of mechanical systems and components using digitized software, and apply industry standard labor rates to develop accurate cost estimates.
  • Evaluate vendor and subcontractor for conformance with proposal requirements and identify low cost/best value responses.
  • Prepare estimates used for bidding and budgeting purposes and participate in internal estimate review process.
  • Support project management tasks, including budgeting, schedule development, interim design review, change order pricing, procurement, value engineering, and vendor selection.
  • Coordinate with project teams to evaluate productivity for historical data and schedule/cost forecasting purposes.
  • Maintain and improve supplier and subcontractor database utilizing the company's prequalification program.
  • Supervise junior estimators, estimating assistants, and/or interns and provide training and support in a mentoring capacity.
  • Assist in the organization and maintenance of estimating software material cost databases to ensure accurate costs are consistently utilized on bids.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement in departmental processes, approach, and execution of estimating and preconstruction functions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or a combination of education (including trade schools) and professional experience.
  • 10-15 years of experience in preconstruction/estimating with a focus on mechanical systems.
  • Exhibits inclusive leadership and teamwork behavior, and values diverse perspectives from team members.
  • Demonstrated experience in the successful management of bidding process for conceptual estimates with a preferred emphasis on heavy/advanced manufacturing, industrial and mission critical markets.
  • Working knowledge of codes and standards applicable to the design and installation of mechanical systems.
  • Working knowledge of construction contract language and terms in addition to various contractual delivery methods.
  • Possesses strong technical writing, math, and computer skills with proficiency using standard office software applications.
  • Proficiency using estimating software with a preference for Trimble products.

About Clayco

We are a collaborative design-build firm that works on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs. Our clients and projects are nationwide, and travel will be required.

Why Clayco?

  • Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, Phoenix Business Journal.
  • ENR – Top Midwest Contractors (#1), Top Design Build Contractors (#4), Top 400 Contractors (#23), ENR – Top Green Builders (#5).

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive Annual Salary: Based on qualifications, skills, training, experience, and location.
  • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company performance and individual contribution.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental, and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs, and more.


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