Preconstruction Manager-Salt Lake City, Utah
About The Position
Shaw is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to direct, coordinate, and participate in the preparation of assigned estimates based on an Owner's/Architect's designs through construction documents. This role is responsible for all functions that may be required during preconstruction, including value engineering, schedules, logistics, procurement, and alternative and comparative studies. The Preconstruction Manager will manage and be responsible for the work of Senior Estimators and Estimators as assigned. This position is responsible for the protection and promotion of the interests of Shaw Construction and for positive client relationships during the preconstruction phase. Shaw values diversity, safety, community, and work-life balance, and was recognized as a 'Top Work Place' by The Denver Post.
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years of vertical building estimating experience is required.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar is preferable.
Responsibilities
- Directs, coordinates and participates in the preparation of assigned estimates based on an Owner's/Architect's designs through construction documents.
- Responsible for all functions that may be required during preconstruction including value engineering, schedules, logistics, procurement, alternative and comparative studies.
- Manages and is responsible for the work of Senior Estimators and Estimators as assigned.
- Responsible for the protection and promotion of the interest of Shaw Construction and for positive client relationships during the preconstruction phase.
- Responsible for the accuracy of the estimate.
- Reviews drawings, specifications and all other construction documents and makes Director of Preconstruction Services, Vice President and others involved in the project aware of construction related problems, completeness of information and potential risks involved in General Conditions and Supplementary Conditions.
- Performs constructability reviews with owner and architect.
- Evaluates and maintains historical cost database(s).
- Responsible for the preparation of preliminary estimates and studies during preconstruction, monitors design development cost trends in order to detect over-runs and potential problem areas.
- Participates in the value engineering process.
- Participates in the preparation of construction schedule for estimating purposes; requests and discusses staffing requirements, and logistics plan with Construction Manager or Project Manager.
- Prepares General Conditions estimate and reviews with Director of Preconstruction, Vice President, Construction Manager and Project Manager assigned to the project.
- Supports Business Development in proposal presentations, aids in building client and Architect/Engineer relationships.
- Reviews and advises on assigned estimates prepared by other assigned estimators.
- Maintains current estimating records, studies, unit prices, etc.
- Assists Project Manager in evaluating and analyzing subcontractor proposals.
- Consistently promotes a professional image in all business matters.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company contribution
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
- Life and AD&D Insurance (company paid) and Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance (employee paid)
- Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
- Short-term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance (employee paid)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
