Electrical Pre-Construction Manager

Cummings Electrical•Arlington, TX

23h

About The Position

Cummings Electrical is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Estimator to lead the early stages of complex commercial and industrial projects. The role represents Cummings Integrated Manufacturing during bidding, proposal, and pre-construction/design phases, coordinating with sales, operations, engineering, estimating, marketing, clients, vendors, and subcontractors. It includes finalizing estimates and proposals, supporting contract review after award, coordinating project schedules and submittals, managing early procurement and client billing activities, and guiding the transition to the operations project manager at kickoff. The position also focuses on building reliable relationships that support repeat business.

Requirements

Four years of estimating experience in a pre-construction or project manager role.
Experience with large commercial and industrial projects from concept through close-out.
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
Expert computer software skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong employment stability.
Experience with Accubid and/or ConEst.
Knowledge of or experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Employment is subject to a background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

Represent Cummings Integrated Manufacturing during bidding, proposal, and pre-construction/design phases.
Coordinate with the VP of IM and sales and operations leads to prioritize bids, create schedules, and align teams.
Review project documents, including drawings, specifications, qualifications, and schedules, and ensure estimates cover all cost items and meet the client's requirements.
Ask clients for clarification when information is unclear, or clearly state what the estimate includes.
Challenge designs and discuss alternative approaches with clients when a better solution may be available.
Coordinate with the Engineering Manager on sales package plan drawings for bid proposals.
Conduct final reviews of estimates and proposals with estimating and marketing teams.
After project award, send the purchase order or contract to Legal and IMLT for review; help review scope, schedule, payment terms, and awarded value, and ensure a signed agreement is obtained.
Arrange a pre-kickoff meeting with IMLT, Engineering, and estimating.
Coordinate with the client to develop a Schedule of Values and submit the first client bill, with further billing possible depending on the duration of pre-construction.
Coordinate with the client and IMLT to create a high-level schedule with key release and site delivery dates, obtain client approvals, and validate timing with subcontractors and vendors.
Send purchase orders to long-lead-item vendors and subcontractors and use the schedule to verify that timelines can be met.
Coordinate with the Engineering Manager on the IFA package, develop a schedule, and align expectations with the client for the submittal process.
Attend and lead front-end project meetings and calls with clients and Cummings Integrated Manufacturing Engineering and Operations teams; communicate progress and needs and answer questions.
Remain involved until the project kickoff meeting, when the IM Operations PM confirms readiness to take over project leadership.
Provide direction at project kickoff so the PM understands the project's status and is comfortable taking over.
Ensure the PM has the information and support needed for a successful transition to the IM operations team.
Build relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors that foster trust, credibility, reliability, and future business.