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Preconstruction Manager

Preconstruction Manager

Big-D ConstructionBoise, ID, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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 has an opportunity for a Preconstruction Manager to join their team of professionals in Boise, ID.

The Preconstruction Manager provides leadership to the preconstruction project team from concept through final completion of construction. They ensure our construction team supports the preconstruction process and provides the continuity of management as the project moves into construction. They consistently produce solutions to complex preconstruction and construction problems and is a master at integrating teams that collaborate and achieve the goals of our clients, company and team. Their experience and expertise facilitates our proactive approach to managing the overall project.

Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent experience
  • Must have at least 10 years working with a commercial general contractor
  • At least 5 years working in the preconstruction process as a Sr. Estimator or Chief Estimator
  • Proven experience managing preconstruction for a wide range of commercial projects

Responsibilities :

Ownership And Leadership :

  • Engage in all preconstruction aspects of the project from proposal through turnover to ensure consistency and overall success
  • Provide overall leadership and accountability of the project preconstruction team
  • Provide oversight and management of all preconstruction processes and procedures and utilization of tools to ensure consistency throughout the project
  • Interact with the construction team to execute the strategy for project planning and delivery of cost, schedule, safety, and quality throughout the duration of the project
  • Understand the critical path and material delivery needs so that trades and project specific requirements are procured correctly so as not to impact the schedule
  • Stay engaged with team members and subcontractors to escalate issues to your supervisor if needed for a timely resolution
  • Provide documentation of project issues when needed
  • Coordinate and manage the creation of the "Preliminary" Project Schedule understanding Operational and Market constraints
  • Take an active role in your personal development by engaging in new opportunities and challenges.
  • Risk Management :

  • Understand all aspects of the prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, insurance, bonding and contractual risks
  • Oversee and approval of all subcontract awards
  • Manage procurement risks with the Preconstruction Director through team communication and the development of strategies to deal with those risks
  • Rigorously manage and adhere to subcontractor prequalification and award protocols
  • Review and edit prime contract to ensure previously decided upon "deal points" actually make it into the contract
  • Financial Management / Forecasting :

  • Be an active participant in all forecast meetings, hold the team accountable and be on the lookout for POP!
  • Report to the Preconstruction Director the outcome of each forecast meeting
  • Take ownership of buyout issues and take action in identifying a solution even if discovered after turnover
  • Design Management :

  • Engage with the design team to foster a collaborative and productive team environment
  • Understand and influence design and the design schedule
  • Keep the owner and design team updated as to how design decisions impact the project cost and schedule
  • Gather and internalize general technical construction knowledge such as building types, building codes, building systems, LEED / sustainable design and construction, etc.
  • Attend and actively participate in design and other project meetings, both with the client and the A / E
  • Update the preconstruction schedule regularly to support the preconstruction effort and utilize it to effectively execute the plan with the entire team
  • Estimating :

  • Identify areas of scope gap and ensure these are tracked and managed
  • Gather and maintain expert knowledge in current market unit price data
  • Provide overall leadership and accountability of the project team
  • Procurement :

  • Address subcontract language issues arising from trade contractor reviews and work with Preconstruction Director and Project Director to bring them to closure
  • Develop a project specific Request For Proposal for distribution to subcontractors including but not limited to instructions to bidders, contract documents, logistics, phasing, schedule, bid forms for pricing and schedule, and a list of documents. Engage the construction team.
  • Oversee and ensure subcontractor interviews are being effectively conducted and involve the construction team
  • Know the project scope and special requirements and ensure these are communicated to the bidding subcontractors and procured timely and correctly
  • Resolve all subcontractor exceptions / comments to the subcontract agreement prior to making a trade award.
  • Turnover :

  • Take complete ownership of the Turnover and Job Set-up process.
  • Ensure the Unsecured Items list is as minimal as possible through complete buyout
  • Review and approve all subcontract / PO / PSA scopes of work before delivering to the construction team
  • Benefits :

  • 100% Coverage for medical and dental insurance for employee plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly Employer Contribution
  • 401k w / match
  • Life Insurance & Disability paid for by Big-D
  • Voluntary supplemental plans available to sign up for as well
  • PTO & Holidays
  • Vehicle Allowance
  • Additional 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 Construction. #LI-Onsite

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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