Preconstruction Manager

Job Description

Job Description

At Keeley Companies, we believe in empowering our people and fulfilling career aspirations. Keeley is a career destination with countless opportunities for advancement, and a world-class family culture that is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to thrive.

We are looking to hire a Preconstruction Manager for our Building Group at our corporate headquarters in St. Louis, MO.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage the bid process, including soliciting bids from subcontractors and suppliers, evaluating proposals, negotiating pricing and contract terms, and awarding subcontracts.
• Request quotes from subcontractors and vendors.
• Maintain relationships with a network of qualified subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and timely response to bid requests.
• Engage with clients during the preconstruction phase to understand their vision, goals, and budgetary constraints.
• Present cost estimates, value engineering options, and schedule proposals to clients in a clear and transparent manner.
• Address client concerns and provide recommendations to optimize project outcomes.
• Foster collaboration and communication among internal team members, subcontractors, and external stakeholders throughout the preconstruction phase.
• Ensure alignment between estimating, scheduling, design, and procurement efforts to streamline execution.
• Identify potential risks and uncertainties associated with the project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize project disruptions.
• Review project specifications, drawings, and other documents to ensure accuracy and completeness during the preconstruction phase.
• Coordinate with the design team to address discrepancies or omissions and incorporate necessary revisions.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices and emerging technologies related to preconstruction management.
• Client development and management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years' in the construction, engineering, design-build, or related industries performing the similar primary responsibilities listed.
• Strong leadership and management skills in directing an organization, department, or group.
• Advanced with Microsoft Office Suite including excel and estimating database software
• Advanced knowledge of construction takeoff programs
• Advanced knowledge of bid solicitation software
• Systematic planner who attends to details with accuracy and focus
• Team oriented

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