Mechanical Manager

DAVIS Construction•Rockville, MD

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Mechanical Manager is responsible for leading the overall management of specialized trades for a project, in both an estimating and preconstruction capacity. This role involves understanding deliverables, developing a work plan, and identifying required resources, while coordinating with the Lead Estimating Manager / Preconstruction Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field or equivalent construction experience
At least five (5) years’ experience in estimating for commercial construction
Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction management, including safety, quality and sustainability standards
Solid presentation experience
Ability in developing good relationships with clients, design teams and subcontractors
Decision making, research and analytical problem-solving skills
Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and interact effectively at all levels within the organization
MS Office – Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook experience
Experience estimating with a variety of building types
Quantity Take-off software experience
PDF editor software experience

Responsibilities

Perform responsibilities with excellence in service, integrity and building relationships as exemplified in DAVIS core values
Lead budget / bid / GMP assembly for the trade specialization
Quantity takeoff – proficiency and efficiency in takeoff software
Scope writing and qualification development for the trade specialization
Collaborate with the project team in establishing comprehensive scopes of work incorporating operations standards
Participate in constructability reviews
Participate in the development of specific systems analyses and creation of Value Engineering and alternates lists / logs
Maintain subcontractor / supplier relationships
Strategically identify and align the right subcontractors for the market sector and scope
Strategy development for GMP’s and competitive bids
Ability to distribute documents without support of an administrative assistant
Coordinate with administrative staff to ensure the database is current with prequalified subcontractors
Research and compile historical data for use in future budget preparation and competitive bids
Assemble lessons learned from the Subcontractor buyout process
Participate in project meetings and client presentations as required
Attend pre-bid meetings and lead subcontractor walk-throughs
Responsible for subcontractor / supplier coverage and effective communication and management
Counsel, educate and coach staff to help them develop necessary job skills
Work closely with assigned Operations, ICG, CRG and other IM+D team members
Participate in the creation of proposal response documents
Assist in the development of project schedules and approach strategies. Coordinate with assigned Integrated Construction Group team members for 4D development
Participate in the development of phasing, sequencing and site logistics strategies (as it relates to the trade specialization)
Build relationships with clients, design team, and subcontractors
Actively participate in networking events / organizations
Perform other duties as assigned