Sr. Mechanical Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies US, Inc.•Minneapolis, MN

9d•$140,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Preconstruction Manager to join our National Mission Critical team! The Senior Mechanical Preconstruction Manager provides preconstruction and estimating leadership and expertise to projects and project teams. The Senior Preconstruction Manager is responsible for creating cost models, estimates, reviewing and advising staff estimates, training, value analysis, and sales/marketing for the Mechanical Scope of work. Some things you can expect to do: Work with project managers to develop conceptual and detailed estimates at varying stages of design for the Mechanical Scope of work. Scope, compare and select subcontractors based on best value and project requirements. Solicit subcontractor pricing and evaluate for budgeting and bid proposals. Perform quantity take-offs of all Mechanical systems Record final estimates and maintain cost history. Support the development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction expertise including value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and project pursuits. Assist in training Cost Engineers and Project Management staff. Provide direction and an understanding for the Mechanical project scope, market pricing, and available resources. Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets. Strong communication to ensure team members understand scope inclusions, exclusions and delineation points. Provide assistance to field team to develop early project schedule. Develop clear understanding of clients project requirements. Evaluate different construction means and methods for project schedule and cost impacts. Work with a diverse team of architects, engineers, consultants and commissioning agents for early project planning and evaluation of design requirements and intent. Assist field team in identifying temporary Mechanical system needs for projects. Provide design set constructability reviews related to the Mechanical Scope. Assist project team in early Mechanical subcontractor agreement negotiations and change requests. Develop contacts and quickly builds relationships with potential clients. Make effective and convincing formal sales presentations to prospective customers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architectural or Construction Management degree (or equivalent work experience).
At least 10 years of proven experience in the commercial/mechanical construction industry (Mission Critical Data Center experience preferred).
Understand construction means and methods, building types, and procurement methods.
Have proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.
Can perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take offs, and summarize data in a meaningful way.
Can demonstrate working knowledge of DESTINI Estimator, Microsoft Excel, OST, and Bluebeam.
Communicate proactively and effectively, focus on customers, and display a high level of professionalism, honesty, and integrity.

Nice To Haves

Have Mission Critical Data Center project experience.
Have preconstruction experience with a Mechanical subcontractor.
Have experience with early procurement of scopes/equipment.
Have experience evaluating sustainable initiatives for Mechanical Systems.

Responsibilities

Work with project managers to develop conceptual and detailed estimates at varying stages of design for the Mechanical Scope of work.
Scope, compare and select subcontractors based on best value and project requirements.
Solicit subcontractor pricing and evaluate for budgeting and bid proposals.
Perform quantity take-offs of all Mechanical systems
Record final estimates and maintain cost history.
Support the development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction expertise including value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and project pursuits.
Assist in training Cost Engineers and Project Management staff.
Provide direction and an understanding for the Mechanical project scope, market pricing, and available resources.
Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets.
Strong communication to ensure team members understand scope inclusions, exclusions and delineation points.
Provide assistance to field team to develop early project schedule.
Develop clear understanding of clients project requirements.
Evaluate different construction means and methods for project schedule and cost impacts.
Work with a diverse team of architects, engineers, consultants and commissioning agents for early project planning and evaluation of design requirements and intent.
Assist field team in identifying temporary Mechanical system needs for projects.
Provide design set constructability reviews related to the Mechanical Scope.
Assist project team in early Mechanical subcontractor agreement negotiations and change requests.
Develop contacts and quickly builds relationships with potential clients.
Make effective and convincing formal sales presentations to prospective customers.