Responsibilities
Brasfield & Gorrie is seeking a Preconstruction Manager with demonstrated experience in heavy civil construction, including utilities, power, and/or infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate brings a strong estimating background and a working knowledge of public agency project delivery.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties include the following (other duties may be assigned):
Experience with hard bid, conceptual, schematic, and design development estimates.
Review drawings and specifications for completeness of information before pricing.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for earthwork, grading, drainage, utilities, paving, concrete structures, and bridge components.
Gather, calculate and compile data for use in estimates.
Develop equipment cost estimates, including production rates and operational assumptions for self-performed civil scopes
Identify the project requirements for bidding, insurance, staging, and phasing.
Read, understand, and distribute addendum and drawing revisions to bidding subcontractors.
Set up estimates with correct cost codes and descriptions.
Utilize estimating software tools, including P6, ISQFT, On-Screen Takeoff, Earthwork, Timberline, Assemble and others.
Conduct jobsite walkthrough to develop a site logistics plan and understand job constraints.
Draw cut sections and elevations of all foundations, foundation walls, retaining walls, shoring, etc. to determine relationships to adjacent activities or objects.
Price value engineering ideas and items.
Establish list of clarifications for assigned proposal or bid.
Perform quantity surveys for each CSI division.
Establish scope sheets and review subcontractor quotes.
Provide unit pricing for labor and materials and subcontractors.
Establish building risk, labor burden, and sales tax rates for the project.
Code estimates to an established schedule of values.
Assemble final estimate and summary/schedule of values to present to owner.
Assist with presentation of budget/bid to design team and owner.
Complete all closeout requirements for unsuccessful estimates.
Interact with subcontractors, designers, and clients to build and strengthen relationships.
Provide leadership and mentoring to less experienced estimators.
Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & Experience
Education/Qualifications/Experience/Skills:
Bachelor degree in construction, engineering, or related field
4+ years of estimating experience and/or combination of estimating and project management experience
Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent written communication
Conflict resolution skills
Superior organizational skills
Ability to multitask
Innovative attitude
Proven experience with technology
Willingness to travel and/or relocate, as both may be required
The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Brasfield & Gorrie is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/V/D.
Education/Qualifications/Experience/Skills:
Bachelor degree in construction, engineering, or related field
4+ years of estimating experience and/or combination of estimating and project management experience
Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent written communication
Conflict resolution skills
Superior organizational skills
Ability to multitask
Innovative attitude
Proven experience with technology
Willingness to travel and/or relocate, as both may be required
The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Brasfield & Gorrie is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/V/D.
| Location | Birmingham, AL |