Preconstruction Manager

Stevens Construction•Madison, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Stevens Construction Corp. is a commercial general contractor with self-performed trades of concrete, carpentry, and prefabricated walls. We specialize in the new construction of various commercial, multi-unit, and mixed-use buildings. The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for all functions and management associated with Preconstruction and Estimating of current and future projects. This position has the overall responsibility for the successful delivery of preconstruction services to our clients from conceptual estimating through contract execution and handoff to Construction Operations.

Requirements

5+ years' experience working for a commercial general contractor, construction management firm, or engineering firm, estimating projects in excess of $30M
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related degree
Strong in-person, and written communication skills
Ability to build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and coworkers

Responsibilities

Manage the preconstruction process with Owner, design team and subcontractors/suppliers from concept level through contract execution.
Build and maintain detailed estimates from concept through contract.
Estimate self-performed trades such as cast-in-place concrete, rough framing & finish carpentry.
Track scope change and value engineering items throughout the design process.
Review all project specifications, drawings, geotechnical information, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
Manage the design-build MEP trades through preconstruction process.
Prepare and send out Bid Documents.
Consolidate all risk and opportunities for the overall project cost.
Review all final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation.
Present project estimates and budgets to Clients and other stakeholders.
Collaborate with clients and design teams to maintain project budgets.
Develop and maintain professional relationships at the highest ethical standards with clients, design teams, subcontractors and other team members.
Ensure project turnover from Preconstruction to Construction Operations is done properly with all information transferred clearly and efficiently.
Manage multiple projects concurrently and at different stages of preconstruction.
Takes initiative in Business Development.