Preconstruction Manager

STO Building Group • Seattle, WA

83d • $125,000 - $180,000

About The Position

The Preconstruction Manager Role can either lead the entire effort in Preconstruction or support the Project Executives during the preconstruction activities for multiple projects from pursuit of an RFQ, through and up to construction commencement. This is a high-level strategy role with a focus on mitigating risk and maximizing value on projects in the design and preconstruction phase. The Preconstruction Manager will work in coordination with both the Vice President of Acquisition, Director of Preconstruction, Project Executives, and/or Project Managers on the projects to ensure project goals are met and process/schedules are proactively managed.

Requirements

• BS in Construction Management, Marketing and/or Communication or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three to five years of construction-related experience in a preconstruction role, with over 10 years in the construction industry overall
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals
• Superior communication and presentation skills
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check
• Utilizes good judgment and remains efficient while under stress
• Capable of communicating effectively in English both verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of all aspects of the construction process
• Must have a strong work ethic, sense of urgency, organizational skills, task oriented
• Must be willing to travel if required

Responsibilities

• Be a champion for expressing the importance of preconstruction, how it impacts projects, and demonstrating collaboration at its finest
• Track status of all current preconstruction projects monthly with Director of Preconstruction and provide report to Vice President of Acquisition
• Audit projects in preconstruction to verify the status of current activities, what is needed, and determine where project risks are
• Ensure effective and proactive communication is maintained at all levels on the project teams
• Lead conversations to ensure that teams are holding themselves in close account with each other and externally, with clients and design teams
• Ensure complete alignment in project risks, forecasted margin, schedule, and manpower prior to the Internal Preconstruction Meeting
• Develop win strategies for project pursuits, along with win strategies for issues within projects in preconstruction
• Advocate for project teams/coordinating preconstruction resources with Operations Manager
• Work closely with our Business Development team, Marketing, Project Executives and the Director of Preconstruction on project proposals
• Participate in project estimate reviews
• Educate and mentor preconstruction teams on Target Value Delivery principles
• Lead or participate in the development of Project Charters
• Mentor teams on preconstruction best practices, processes and tools
• Provide convincing presentations in the arenas of work acquisition or major preconstruction meetings
• Establish deep relationships with area clients and construction colleagues
• Attend OAC meetings for projects assigned
• Attend business development events
• Join networking organization(s) and become involved on committees and with community enhancement events
• Work on corporate preconstruction initiatives, always looking at ways to improve our preconstruction processes
• Participate in mid and post job construction meetings and cost analysis
• Participate in the Value Engineering process as needed
• Create consistency among team members and drive towards the best value for the Owner
• Collect data from a variety of projects in order to create a list of standard VE ideas
• Review drawing updates for risk and constructability
• Provide conceptual estimates for projects
• Work closely with the Chief Estimator in establishing historical data collection
• Maintain relationships with quality, reliable subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers
• Work closely with the Chief Estimator in expanding our subcontractor database
• Estimator for select projects, where mutually agreed to by DPC and VP

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off
• Time Away Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree