Director of Preconstruction

THE ANNEX GROUP’S MISSION STATEMENT

To create a positive impact with the people who live, work, and are involved in our communities.

The Annex Group is seeking qualified individuals searching for careers not jobs and can operate with a team-first approach. If you are someone who wants to assist in our mission and make an impact, join our team.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for the preparation of cost estimates for various projects and participation and preparation of contractor’s bid packages, bid review, estimate analysis, and award discussions.

This position will lead the pre-construction process. As the Director, you will be involved in a key role working with the Development and Construction teams, responsible for multiple construction projects including Affordable, Market Rate & Student, and Multi-Family style projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Include but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Conduct thorough site assessments to evaluate development potential and identify potential risks.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and design documents to assess cost feasibility.
• Develop detailed project budgets and schedules based on market conditions and project scope.
• Managing all documentation to ensure the project is compliant, remains on schedule, and remains within budget while monitoring all costs.
• Scheduling projects in logical steps and budgeting time required to meet deadlines.
• Building and maintaining relationships critical to the success of the overall project and company. Working closely with architects and engineers to ensure design aligns with budget constraints and project goals.
• Track and analyze data to reduce gaps between estimates and actual costs.
• Prepare and present estimate documentation, including gaps in available data.
• Prepares estimates according to the requirements of multiple delivery systems. Review quotes and estimates with the project management team
• Assists with certain post-bid buyouts.
• Initiates and participates in meet-and-greet presentations with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Oversee and monitor pre-construction teams, including architects, engineers, builders, etc.
• Participate in the preparation of pre-construction budgets, value engineering options, and schedules for proposed projects in concert with the Company Goals.
• Review and coordinate the maintenance of budgets and payment applications through the preconstruction and construction stages including required lender submissions
• Participate in consultant meetings through the preconstruction and construction stages
• Monitor projects under construction to ensure adherence to development policies, procedures contract documents and specifications, and any audit requirements
• Anticipate and resolve issues and conflicts that may come up during projects with input from the project team
• Manage and ensure the smooth transition of a Project from Development to Construction

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Building Construction Management, Real Estate, Architecture, Civil Engineer or Business Administration required;
• 15 years of directly relevant work experience in construction, real estate, and development. Preferably multi-family construction.
• Background in urban design and planning, site planning, construction oversight and ,delivery, and overall project management of residential and commercial developments through completion.
• Proven leadership skills that cultivate collaboration among the internal and external team members
• Demonstrated record of successful project management in complex situations
• Must be willing to occasionally travel
• Experience with contract negotiations preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Occasional walking, standing, and sitting within the work area
• Occasional driving to/from locations for business-related purposes
• Routine travel requiring air travel and overnight stay
• Walking, observing, and documenting activity in and around job sites

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• The work environment is that of a fast-paced office with minimal noise levels
• This position requires working independently as well as part of a team
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily
• Frequent use of a computer is necessary as well as all general office equipment
• Ability to work out of home office daily, in Fishers, IN.
• At times while on site this position will be exposed to routine job site hazards and thus appropriate safety precautions will need to be adhered to in strict accordance with OSHA