Preconstruction Manager- Estimator

Preconstruction Manager - Estimator- Job Description

Summary:

The Preconstruction Manager is a highly visible project member on a team responsible for delivering exceptional and trusted client services in the construction industry. This role aggregates and analyzes all relevant data for preconstruction projects as necessary for the team to fulfill its responsibility to internal and external stakeholders.

The Preconstruction Manager will contribute to the day-to-day administration of the full suite of preconstruction services. These may include feasibility studies, budget estimates from conceptual design to final bidding, comparative studies, value engineering, and presentation of the same to clients. The Preconstruction Manager may be part of efforts to secure new business opportunities, including involvement in industry organizations and participation in the project interview process.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Provide complete preconstruction services to our clients and operations team with minimal
• Prepare and analyze pricing proposals to include current market and regional conditions, historical data, material escalation, internal estimate, and subcontractor input in order to provide complete and accurate estimates to our clients.
• Participate in the design and preconstruction phase with all stakeholders including owners, design team, consultants, and Bobbitt operations to move the project into the construction
• Participate in presentations and interviews with clients, including strategic
• Manage and delegate responsibilities for multiple projects and
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and passion for construction and our
• Self-motivated, proactive thinker with the willingness to take initiative and seek
• Behave consistently with The Bobbitt
• Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and
• Foster positive relationships with subcontractors and
• Coach, train and educate preconstruction team
• Be proactive in sustaining existing client relationships and in developing new client

Required Knowledge, Experience & Competencies:

• Demonstrates a positive attitude and passion for construction and our
• Production Consistency – ability to recognize and appreciate quality and adhere to company standards.
• Adaptable – is flexible with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods and can “roll with the punches” the construction world produces.
• Teamwork and Collaboration – is able to work collaboratively with people of various backgrounds and styles.
• Time Management – understands and knows what tasks are more important than others and what needs to be solved immediately and what can wait.
• Able to multi-task effectively.
• Respectful – is punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of
• Resilient – able to adapt well in the face of multiple and sometimes shifting priorities and
• Analytical – is a capable problem solver, optimizer, and critical

Preferred Knowledge, Experience & Competencies:

• Software proficiency
• Microsoft Office Suite, with high level of proficiency using
• On Screen Take-off (OST) or similar digital takeoff
• Adobe products or Bluebeam PDF
• Fully understand building systems and opportunities to control or reduce
• Understand construction drawings and specifications and identify missing elements to provide complete proposals.
• Understand project scheduling, phasing and logistical planning of
• Understand geotechnical
• Understand LEED
• OSHA 30
• Understand geotechnical
• Understand LEED

Work Format:

This position requires team collaboration and presence at in-person meetings and is best suited to a traditional work schedule. Occasional remote work is acceptable.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel (10-15%) to meetings and events, typically within a 150-mile radius of the office.
• Occasional travel to various job site locations as needed for photography or milestone events.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to see well (naturally or with correction).

Comments:

This job description covers the principal duties/responsibilities of the role.  It should not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

For this role, Bobbitt offers an attractive total compensation package including excellent benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity
• Provided laptop computer, and cell phone allowance
• Flexible paid time off and holidays
• Wellness program and mental health resources
• Health PPO, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Flexible Dependent Care Accounts
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan—Bobbitt is 100% Employee Owned

The Bobbitt Group is a 100% Employee-Owned commercial and industrial general contractor building in the Carolinas.  With a rich history spanning 77 years, we have a strong reputation for quality, commitment, and integrity.

Bobbitt is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to provide fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling (919) 800-4622 or sending an email to careers@bobbitt.com. Bobbitt provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US.  We participate in E-Verify. Information from all employees’ Form I-9 is used to confirm work authorization.