Senior Specialist, Preconstruction

Scout Motors • Charlotte, NC

5d • $130,000 - $160,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again. But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work. The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range. At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion. Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now! What you’ll do Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: Work closely with real estate, architecture, construction, operations and other cross-functional managers supporting Scout Motors development projects to ensure all financial and contractual aspects of multiple projects are being executed as required. Maintain budget and benchmarking templates, support development of cost reporting system, produce RFP and scope-of-work templates, establish standards for preconstruction project reviews to ensure budget alignment. Collaborate with real estate, design, operations, and construction teams to identify a project delivery strategy, including contract structure, project phasing, end user requirements, bid list creation, development of RFPs, bid leveling, interviews, and partner on-boarding. Lead initial project investigation of scope and schedule with real estate, design and construction teams. Lead and develop initial ROM (Rough Order of Magnitude) pricing and scope of work documents as projects arise. Support investment committee review and governance process. Lead pre-construction efforts around scope creation and cost management. Provide support through due diligence efforts, assist with leading third-party teams as needed, participate in project kick-off meetings with development team members (internal and external). Develop cost reporting system and templates for project team to manage against, from initial investment approval through completion of project. Communicate ROM budget, clarifications and assumptions to stakeholders for investment justification considerations. Lead and develop cost estimates for all new project requests, include: IT/AV, FF&E, Signage, Security, etc. for accurate scope development and pricing. Work with property administration team to confirm infrastructure and long-term property management assumptions. Collaborate with design and construction teams (internal and external) to identify and solve for long-lead procurement risks, value engineering opportunities, and efficient/creative design solutions. Create budget and schedule clarifications and assumptions to be included in RFPs to general contractors and design firms. Assist construction project management team with evaluating change orders as needed. Establish change management process to ensure accurate budget management throughout project lifecycle. Lead budget tracking, regular cost-reporting and cost-forecasting efforts. Produce executive reports as required. Support constructability review of design documents, specifications, and estimates with design and construction teams, along with stakeholders, to ensure project and program requirements are being met. Support design, construction and finance teams on developing escalation and justification approvals if project scope or program evolves after initial request. Conduct postmortem financial review of projects, maintain log of ‘lessons learned’ for future project implementation. Utilize learnings to inform retail business case decisions and network growth. Maintain overall team budget for design and construction projects, including forecasting, spend-to-date, and future planning rounds. Projects associated with this role include (but are not limited to): facilities related to retail operations functions, office & amenity spaces, logistics facilities, and customer-facing marketing deployments. Location & Travel Expectations : This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC . This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field, and minimum of 10 years of building preconstruction or construction experience required, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience with variety of building construction types in a variety of geographic locations.
• Thorough understanding of drawings and specifications, general contract and subcontract documents, materials, means and methods.
• Thorough knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing and engineering principles and techniques, and accounting principles.
• Extensive client relationships that generate partnership in construction opportunities.
• Extensive knowledge of regional market, competition, and industry trends.
• Extensive experience analyzing estimating documents.
• Advanced project management skills, able to manage high volumes of work and ability to move projects forward in a complex environment in a timely manner.
• Management experience required, and coach and mentor others, observe performance, identify areas of development, and effectively provide performance feedback.
• Seasoned negotiation skills.
• Executive level presentation skills, ability to anticipate needs of an audience, and ability to tailor communications appropriately.
• Pursues work with ingenuity, energy, drive, and sees initiatives through to completion.
• Effectively works across all levels within our organization.
• Advanced process and critical thinking skills with sound judgement and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with real estate, architecture, construction, operations and other cross-functional managers supporting Scout Motors development projects to ensure all financial and contractual aspects of multiple projects are being executed as required.
• Maintain budget and benchmarking templates, support development of cost reporting system, produce RFP and scope-of-work templates, establish standards for preconstruction project reviews to ensure budget alignment.
• Collaborate with real estate, design, operations, and construction teams to identify a project delivery strategy, including contract structure, project phasing, end user requirements, bid list creation, development of RFPs, bid leveling, interviews, and partner on-boarding.
• Lead initial project investigation of scope and schedule with real estate, design and construction teams.
• Lead and develop initial ROM (Rough Order of Magnitude) pricing and scope of work documents as projects arise.
• Support investment committee review and governance process.
• Lead pre-construction efforts around scope creation and cost management.
• Provide support through due diligence efforts, assist with leading third-party teams as needed, participate in project kick-off meetings with development team members (internal and external).
• Develop cost reporting system and templates for project team to manage against, from initial investment approval through completion of project.
• Communicate ROM budget, clarifications and assumptions to stakeholders for investment justification considerations.
• Lead and develop cost estimates for all new project requests, include: IT/AV, FF&E, Signage, Security, etc. for accurate scope development and pricing.
• Work with property administration team to confirm infrastructure and long-term property management assumptions.
• Collaborate with design and construction teams (internal and external) to identify and solve for long-lead procurement risks, value engineering opportunities, and efficient/creative design solutions.
• Create budget and schedule clarifications and assumptions to be included in RFPs to general contractors and design firms.
• Assist construction project management team with evaluating change orders as needed.
• Establish change management process to ensure accurate budget management throughout project lifecycle.
• Lead budget tracking, regular cost-reporting and cost-forecasting efforts.
• Produce executive reports as required.
• Support constructability review of design documents, specifications, and estimates with design and construction teams, along with stakeholders, to ensure project and program requirements are being met.
• Support design, construction and finance teams on developing escalation and justification approvals if project scope or program evolves after initial request.
• Conduct postmortem financial review of projects, maintain log of ‘lessons learned’ for future project implementation.
• Utilize learnings to inform retail business case decisions and network growth.
• Maintain overall team budget for design and construction projects, including forecasting, spend-to-date, and future planning rounds.
• Projects associated with this role include (but are not limited to): facilities related to retail operations functions, office & amenity spaces, logistics facilities, and customer-facing marketing deployments.

Benefits

• The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up .
• This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation .
• In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:
• Competitive insurance including: Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with: An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including: 20 days planned PTO, as accrued 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
• Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level