PRE-CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Bear Property Management•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

Construction Management Associates is looking for a new team member to join their construction estimating department. This candidate should have work experience with Multi-Family Construction projects. WE are looking for someone who is interested advancing within the pre-con department. The primary responsibility of the Pre-Construction PM is to be the liaison between development, design and construction. You will gather information and assist them in making cost effective decisions with the highest level of accuracy.

Requirements

10 Years +- experience as a Construction Project Manager, preferable with some experience in pre-construction activities
Technical college degree, 4-year degree preferred
Extensive knowledge of construction means and methods
Good understanding of building codes and requirements
Solid understanding of MS Office and Excel.
Ability to read architectural and structural drawings with a general understanding of Civil Engineering plans, and MEP Design
Highly detail-oriented and organized individual who takes pride in work produced
People person. Able to work with a variety of teams to reach common goals
Assist the DPC as needed with various tasks

Nice To Haves

Smartsheet
PlanGrid

Responsibilities

Engage in pre-design discussions to determine scope of work, including site visits, reviewing proposed location, project type, special requirements, unit counts/types, building type, construction materials, garages, project requirements, and timelines.
Obtain will serve letters for site utilities and work with utility providers for required utility relocation.
Attend regularly scheduled design meetings to ensure the design remains in line with the preliminary budget, maintaining a system of notes on all discussions in Smartsheet.
Review architectural drawings (concept, 50%, 75%, 90% plan sets, IFC) and project manuals, advising of any issues noted.
Work with the Chief Estimator and Director of Pre-Construction to provide Value Engineering ideas throughout the design process.
Assist ownership from project inception to construction, guiding design decisions related to project cost.
Provide the preliminary construction schedule and phasing drawings.
Issue Letters of Intent (LOIs) as needed to avoid material increases or delivery delays prior to closing.
Apply for Utility applications for Gas and Electric.
Coordinate ULOs to determine utility conflicts.
Assist Construction Project Management when information or clarification is needed.
Participate in the project postmortem meeting when complete.