Director of Preconstruction

JOB SUMMARY:

We are looking for a high-level pre-construction professional. The ideal candidate possesses knowledge of complex MEP systems and has exceptional client facing tact and experience. The pre-construction manager is the front-line ambassador on new and upcoming work. They engage the design and project teams to ensure alignment and accuracy on the clients wants/needs. They are an expert in preparing cost and schedule.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Manage preconstruction efforts on projects nationally
• Estimating/Budgeting based on preliminary or generic requirements
• Ensuring RFP processes for customers is followed
• Submittal Initiation possibly through completion
• Working with Design and Engineering on design changes to ensure alignment between Owner requirements and project execution
• Proposal development
• Perform conceptual estimating based on early sketches
• Partner with design and engineering teams to develop blueprints
• Perform risk analysis and alleviate potential delays or cost increases
• Develop subcontractor base in each region MW operates or plans to operate
• Update estimates based on changes
• Gather proposals from subcontractors
• Formulate accurate bid packages based on gathered estimates
• Create preliminary schedules based on project scope
• Manage and grow client relationships
• Coordinate internal turnovers to ensure that operations are transitioned smoothly from pre-construction to project managers and superintendents
• Generate, coordinate, and review schedules to ensure proper milestones are developed and implemented.
• Develop and implement effect policies, processes, and procedures for company operations.
• Develop RFP template to standardize and streamline MW’s RFP response process.
• Develop Takeoff procedures for estimating, counting, color coding, and organizing.
• Utilize AI, advanced software, & technology to improve and streamline processes.
• Develop cost metrics for each material and scope including high and low ranges.
• Develop estimating database and assemblies so MWE can internally estimate for Electrical, Low Voltage, Integration, and Containment scopes.
• Take awarded projects through LLE buyout, contractor buyout, and permitting (Permit package provided by Engineering Department).This includes:
• Submittal development and approval
• Subcontractor SOW development
• Issuing of POs to vendors and subcontractors
• Submission of permit package
• Major change orders to the projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 5-10 years of estimating/preconstruction/project management experience
• Bachelor's Degree in applicable field
• Management experience is a huge plus
• 5-10 years experience with Data Center projects
• Prior demonstrated leadership capacities
• Estimating software proficiency