The Austin Company is Hiring a Senior Preconstruction Manager Near Irvine, CA
Brief DescriptionAre you ready to embark on an extraordinary career journey? Look no further than The Austin Company, where greatness is not just a goal, but a way of life. As a leading design, engineering, and construction firm with a rich legacy dating back to 1878, Austin offers unparalleled opportunities for growth, innovation, and professional development. Join our dynamic team and be part of a company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of industries worldwide. With a commitment to excellence, a collaborative work environment, and a passion for delivering exceptional results, Austin empowers its employees to reach their full potential and make a lasting impact. Discover the limitless possibilities that await you at www.theaustin.com and embark on a rewarding career journey with Austin. Under limited supervision, the Senior Preconstruction Manager is responsible to coordinate all aspects of design build and hard bid technical proposal assembly prior to award, followed by negotiating subcontracts for construction while working closely with the project manager and/or construction manager utilizing the buyout process as a project specific knowledge transfer vehicle. The Senior Preconstruction Manager will also provide cost control support and guidance after award. Close coordination and communication with sales, estimating, construction, engineering, and senior management is essential in fulfilling this role. Requirements
Normally requires a 4-year degree in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Estimating or similar and 10 years of experience in commercial/industrial construction OR 15 years equivalent education and experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills are mandatory
Experience with multitasking and delegating tasks
Experience leading bids / proposals in value from $5 Million to $200 Million is required
Experience with the conceptual phase of proposal assembly is required
Strong Microsoft Excel skills including compound formulas, linking sheets and workbooks, vertical look ups, horizontal look ups, circular reference calculations, concatenate function, etc. are necessary
Strong computer skills, including strong experience with applications are required.
Strong understanding of construction processes including on site experience
Strong presentation skills within the organization and to individuals outside of the organization
SummaryEssential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential functions:
Working closely with the sales team, lead a team of engineers, designers, constructors, and executives through the technical proposal / bidding process including internal reviews and owner presentations
Read, interpret, and provide technical (non-marketing) response to requests for proposals including assembling documents to fulfill necessary requirements
Read, understand, and communicate Request for Proposals, drawings, and specifications requirements to ensure complete scope coverage
Attend pre-bid walkthroughs
Write overall project summary for delegation of tasks to team members
Write scopes of work for all CSI divisions / bid packages as assigned based on review of project documents
Fill in scope gaps conceptually based on prior experiences
Utilize online bidding tools to solicit subcontractor bids
Assemble comparison spread sheets for subcontractor bid evaluation
Compose the technical section of proposal including a Basis of Estimate, clarifications, exclusions, bonding, insurances, construction execution approach, etc.
Generate Value Engineering ideas to maximize cost position and profitability
Working with construction staffing, build general conditions estimates to execute the project in the field and assemble project schedules utilizing standard construction scheduling software
Read, understand, and apply terms and conditions of both an owner’s contract and subcontracts and make recommendations for revisions
Negotiate subcontracts for scope, cost, and schedule and ensure compliance with internal terms and conditions
Write bid tabulations and present to Project Management for approval
Write subcontract agreements including the coordination of site-specific requirements
Distribute drawing package updates for pricing by subcontractors
Assemble change order pricing utilizing subcontractors and/or internal estimating staff
Conduct initial terms and conditions negotiations with vendors
The hiring/salary range for this position in California is $105,000 - $176,000 per year. Please note that this is a just a suggested framework and salaries could fall outside of this. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience amongst other factors. Austin offers a comprehensive benefit package including Medical and Dental, Life, STD, LTD, and 401K with matching as well as a competitive salary with opportunity for advancement. The Austin Company is an EEO and DFWP Employer Austin is wholly owned subsidiary of Kajima.