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Director of Preconstruction - MN Construction

Company: Michael Page
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: April 26, 2024

Job Description:

The Director of Preconstruction will oversee, prepare, lead, and present estimates and proposals along with managing of our preconstruction services on all project procurement types. Develop relationships through estimating and preconstruction processes to promote Business Development. Lead a team of estimators and help them grow as well. Client DetailsOur client is a well-established national General Contractor located in the Twin-Cities. This GC is well-known for the high profile projects, top end leadership group with years of local experience and a strong compensation package with excellent benefits. If you are looking for a new culture & home, apply here for consideration with 48 hours!Description

  • Provide training, mentoring and leadership to younger estimating, preconstruction, and operations staff.
  • Lead estimating processes on "Must Win" and premier projects.
  • Manage the estimating process while fostering a team environment.
  • Oversee, lead, develop and complete all estimate types and make sure all project deadlines are met.
  • Oversee self-perform estimates and review all quantity takeoff, labor, equipment, and material pricing.
  • Perform quantity takeoff in 2D environment if needed to help meet deadlines.
  • Finalize professional & comprehensive publications at completion of each milestone estimate.
  • Lead "Real Time" estimating process on negotiated projects.
  • Subcontractor and Supplier (Vendor/Partners) Communications
    • Review, qualify, and analyze pricing from subcontractors and material vendors.
    • Review all bid solicitations in detail on projects you are the lead.
    • Read and interpret project specifications, drawings, geotechnical reports, Predesigns, and narratives to understand project requirements and scope.
    • Participate in bid day activities including leveling / reviewing bids, leading overall bid processes, entering vendor bids into estimate, and preparing bid forms/ Preconstruction Deliverables.
    • Utilize current and past cost history & cost reports to review and complete estimates.
    • Assist Directors of Preconstruction on constructability reviews, page turns, and strategy sessions.
    • Lead and manage internal budget Estimate reviews and final Estimate shakeout.
    • Follow Estimating / Preconstruction Core Processes as required and needed per each project.
    • Oversee administrative duties for company estimating / preconstruction systems and software.
    • Set values and lead process on Target Value Estimating services using historic and recent estimate data.
    • Review and approve criteria/information to be included in trade packages / scopes of work completed by operations and preconstruction staff.
    • Lead subcontractor and supplier proposal analysis, bid leveling and detailed tabulation completion. Bid Leveling template and scopes of work will be completed by operations and reviewed by Lead Estimator.
    • Review all value analysis / engineering logs for accuracy, constructability, & Means and Methods.
    • Interact with clients, owners, design team partners, subcontractors, and material suppliers.Profile
      • Extensive knowledge of preconstruction and estimating processes.
      • (2) year associate degree in Estimating or Construction Management.
      • Thorough knowledge of self-perform concrete, selective demolition, and general trades.
      • Strong work ethic, loyal, trustworthy, honest, team player.
      • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
      • Strong analytical, problem solving, organization and time management skills.
      • Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints.
      • Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision.
      • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, data base estimating software, and 2D takeoff software.
      • Demonstrates experience in driving productive relationships with internal and external partners.Job Offer
        • Top end base salary ($120k - $180k)
        • Company provided health benefits
        • Car allowance
        • Company credit card
        • Company laptop & cell phone
        • 401k with employer match
        • PTO + Holidays + Sick days
        • Profit sharing & discretionary bonusesMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Keywords: Michael Page, Edina , Director of Preconstruction - MN Construction, Professions , Minneapolis, Minnesota

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