VP of Pre-Construction

Overview

We are seeking a VP of Pre-Construction to support our vertical construction (non-residential) department. Manages Pre-Construction for projects within Lemartec’s specific niche markets: Commercial, Transportation, Mission Critical, Sports & Entertainment. Ideal candidate should have experience estimating $200M+ projects. 

We offer relocation assistance if moving to the Miami area. If located outside of the area, you can travel one week a month to be onsite in the office headquarters in Miami. This role is eligible for an annual incentive plan and vehicle allowance.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Founded in 1979, Lemartec is a national General Contractor / Construction Management Firm, and MasTec’s Vertical construction arm. As a MasTec company, we maintain international capabilities and strategic partnerships throughout the Americas and the Caribbean to service the most complex of projects within the industries we serve which include industrial, aviation, power, and large commercial. As a MasTec Company, Lemartec is able to serve our diversified customer base through a network of 22,000 professionals and subject matter experts in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction across over 400 locations throughout North America and the Caribbean. With experience working in all 16 disciplines of construction, we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale.

MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $4 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants; buildings, and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Develops Lemartec's Construction Services Program with presentations to Client. Facilitate Kick-off, Design Charrette, Design Reviews and Client Meetings. Assist Business Development in capture strategies. Maintain Lemartec’s Client Satisfaction Program. Network with Clients, design firms, and associates to establish new business and lines of business. Support Lemartec Business sector managers. Develops and implements the Preconstruction department’s policies and procedures. Contributes to the development of annual planning efforts related to Preconstruction strategy. Develop, manage, and track Preconstruction Department budgets and annual plans. Acts as Preconstruction team liaison between operations, estimating and design management. Develops, tracks, and manages construction budgets between design intervals and formal estimating periods while keeping the Owner and team abreast of current budget and impact of design decisions. Oversees the establishment and maintenance of budget control during the preconstruction phase of the projects. Maintains knowledge of cost elements of projects by bid package and/or uni-format (., cost/SF of elements). Prepares Cost Variance Reports during Preconstruction tracking cost/scope changes between intervals. Provides value alternative solutions taking into consideration cost, schedule, maintenance, and life cycle cost implications. Oversees value alternate preparation from subcontractors, and internal departments. Proactively fills in design gaps for incomplete documents for the completion of estimates. Ensures estimating department has most current design information in the preparation of estimates. Prepares and/or oversees the development of all pre-con estimates at each design interval including all components related to comprehensive cost management inclusive of take offs, detailed scope development and reviews, etc. Prepares Estimate Qualifications and Assumptions that align with the contractual and project requirements during each submittal of pre-con. Provides updates as needed. Prepares and/or oversees preparation of Preconstruction Schedule.
construction and construction activities with buy-in from internal departments. Interfaces with the Owners and designers to maintain Schedule. Keeps internal departments informed of Schedule changes as relates to their activities. Reviews Construction Schedule and required staffing while also ensuring the timely preparation of the estimates. General Conditions and coordination of General Conditions with trade packages.
Prepares initial Construction Logistics and MOT plans required for City approvals. Supports Permit Coordination process, when required. Leads and represents Lemartec in all design and coordination meetings. 
outstanding items and assigns responsibility for such items to internal staff. Maintains scope issues log and is responsible for compiling pricing with assistance from estimating as needed. Assists with all aspects of the Subcontractor prequalification process.
financials, bonding and insurance align with Company requirements. Works with estimating and operations to ensure proper bid coverage from subcontractors on each project, analyzing bids, developing and organizing trade scope review and presenting these in an organized format and conducting post bid reviews with Operations staff. Contributes to business development efforts and participates in presentations and presentation preparation. Assists the Marketing Department in preparation of responses to RFP’s and RFQ’s, when required. Manages a relationship management plan with owners and key stakeholders in the markets that we cover. Builds and maintains relationships with Lemartec clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and industry influencers. Attends industry events and represents Lemartec to the industry in a professional capacity.
Qualifications

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Architecture or Engineering
10+ years of applicable Estimating, design management and/or field management experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Proven experience with design-build & EPC delivery method, managing the entire preconstruction process for industrial, energy, commercial and governmental projects ranging in both size and complexity. Experience as a Preconstruction Manager on ever increasing complex projects in Industrial, Power, Energy and Aviation indus In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform or trade managed work. Demonstrates leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, solve problems, and motivate others, while maintaining effective relationships with customers by meeting or exceeding their requirements. Self-starte Highly motivated to bring results and success to the projects he/she leads.
Ability to build trust and influence others internally and externally. Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Lemartec’s core values. Maintains a proactive, “value added” approach to preconstruction. Strong communication skills with ability to communicate to varied audiences. Demonstrates solid presentation skills and verbal/written communication skills. Supervises and develops direct reports while prioritizing and delegating significant responsibilities to others. Able to make decisions under tight deadlines. Exhibit commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and making necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting/exceeding internal and external customer expectations.

In addition to the above listed minimum requirements, candidates who poses the following skills, experience, and capabilities may receive greater consideration during the evaluation process:

Design/Engineering Experience Experience with USACE Design Standards Experience in projects greater than $20 million Experience with MS Office, MS PowerPoint, Sage/Timberline Estimating and Project Management, MS Project, and P6 Scheduling Ensures Lemartec is adhering to contractual requirements and strategically meeting overall goals by understanding preconstruction and construction contracts and applying knowledge to assigned project Manages all aspects of risk related to Preconstruction and project items and defines such for the executive team while also preparing contract documents for legal and risk reviews. Manages, maintains and presents consistent deliverables to the Owner in a complete and organized manner, per Lemartec’s approved guidelines and the requirements of the Owner

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

Annual incentive plan and vehicle allowance Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage Emergency Travel Assistance Program Group legal plan

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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