Pre Construction Manager II - HBS Mission Critical

Henderson Companies•Lenexa, KS

23h

About The Position

Position Summary: The Pre-Construction Manager II oversees the planning and conceptual design of a project, typically through the bidding process where the project is transferred to the construction team. The employee assesses facilities and develops reports regarding existing conditions and recommendations. They also assist the engineering team in designing solutions to fit client and facility needs. As the facility assessor, and point of contact for the design team, they must be able to take detailed field notes with special consideration to all relevant trade components. Upon moving from design to construction, they assist managers in establishing a budget and schedule to coordinate and track the progress of the construction. They are responsible for writing up and pricing assessments and proposals for the approval of the Manager of Preconstruction. The employee may mentor or train less-experienced employees. Internal and external client relationship expectations need to be understood and acted on respectfully and professionally.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of construction or engineering preferred. Common examples include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Science, Construction Engineering, and Construction Management. Years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of requisite education.
Valid driver’s license
Three (3) or greater years of experience in commissioning, construction administration, or the design of building systems
Valid driver’s license
Ability to reliably and predictably carry out the functions of this job
Advanced proficiency in technical knowledge, the industry, codes, and standards relating to a limited range of practice, project, or program types
Able to work with moderate amount of independence, but may require occasional supervision and mentoring
Possesses efficient communication skills
Effective problem-solving skills
Proficient Microsoft Office skills specifically within Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook
Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities and organizational needs
Generates ideas for improvement, takes advantage of opportunities, suggests innovations
Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
Ability to identify and understand relevant emerging technologies and industry trends
Must be a self-starter, proactive and help others when needed

Nice To Haves

Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred
Professional Engineering License a plus

Responsibilities

Leads assessment teams.
Performs on-site investigations on facility issues and troubleshoots solutions.
Resolves issues that impact timing or budget up to and including the project bid date
Documents observations, issues, and potential solutions
Generates conceptual design schematics and calculations to present solutions for design team.
Informs estimators of the scope to formulate budgets to complete projects.
Assists construction managers in the planning, design and construction of a project.
Informs project team of complexity, critical path items and other considerations in establishing the budget and schedule for projects.
Analyzes problems and develops resolutions.
Develops appropriate documentation to coordinate the construction process.
Provides technical assistance and support to all members of the HBS staff.
Mentors and trains junior members of the pre-construction team.
Coordinates performance criteria, long lead items and complexities of logistics with engineers.
Develops equipment purchase specifications, distributes to equipment vendors, and reviews submitted equipment.
Recommends equipment to owners/clients.
Provides consistency in quality control with the engineering design team on HBS projects.
Provides oversight and reviews construction documents, including drawings and specifications for new buildings and renovations to existing facilities. This responsibility pertains to alignments with the preconstruction assessment/scope, budget and schedule.
Provides support during the project kickoff.
Submits preliminary equipment selections and designs to project staff.
Receives and reviews client needs for advanced ordering and purchasing
Reviews assessments and assists project staff as needed
Communicates directly with the client and their representatives to establish project requirements and verify effectiveness of proposed solutions.