Job Title: Preconstruction Manager
Location: Hubbard, TX
Yates is proud to be an industry leader in construction and engineering services. To be a top of class organization, Yates is dedicated to hiring individuals who understand the importance of safety, instill integrity in all aspects of their lives, are passionate about what they do, and committed to providing value to our clients.
Skills and Experience
This position will be responsible for the accurate and timely preparation for commercial construction project proposals and bids. Identify and computes labor, material, and time costs by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and other bid documents.
Qualifications
Experience in commercial construction estimating experience with public, private, or federal projects is required. Significant knowledge and experience on CMGC, CMaR, Design Build projects, complex competitive bid projects, conceptual estimating, and preconstruction services are also required. A proven track record of success working internally with an operations team, upper management, and externally with Owners, Architects, Engineers, and subcontractors is necessary.
Education
B.S. Degree - Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or Civil Engineering
Skills and Abilities
- Forward thinking, progressive, dynamic leader with excellent interpersonal and management skills
- Knowledge of construction market, including pricing conventions and trends
- Well-rounded base of knowledge in construction disciplines
- Thorough understanding of project logistics and project schedules
- Ability to read and understand construction specifications and drawings
- Strong knowledge of standard estimating practices
- Excellent oral and written business communication skills
- Ability to identify and manage people to accomplish required objectives
- Comfortable in presentations and project interviews
- Strong prioritization and organizational skills, detail-oriented
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and handle pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to maintain flexibility and a positive attitude always
- Ability to get along with different personalities and be a fully contributing team player
- Familiarity with the following software programs:
• MC2
• PlanSwift
• On-Screen Takeoff by On Center Software
• BlueBeami
• SqFt
• Outlook
• Microsoft Office Programs
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Prepare estimates with the necessary level of detail for all design stages
- Program conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents
- Prepare quantity take-offs and estimated costs of materials, labor, and use of equipment required to fulfill all provisions of the contract from simple to complex
- Prepare quantity take-offs and estimates in detail for self-performed work
- Evaluate labor pricing, production for specific projects and/or locations, demonstrate proficiency in material, labor, sub, and equipment pricing for all trade disciplines
- Assemble general conditions estimates for review by Operations Manager, Chief Estimator, and/or Senior Project Manager
- Assist with maintaining the estimating cost database to ensure costs are up to date
- Manage job-specific estimating teams in the assembly and submission of bids
- Prepare Estimate Action List, establish responsibilities, and make assignments to estimating team members, coordinate and supervise work, establish schedule for completion of tasks to meet project requirements, and keep Chief Estimator advised regarding schedule
- Review estimate assignments to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal submission
- Consult with clients, architects, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effect cost reductions, and resolve issues
- Study specifications to assist the operations team in planning procedures for construction
- Research construction documents and analyze specifications to determine estimated costs
- Work with the operations team throughout the preconstruction process in reviewing plans and specifications for constructability issues and determining general requirements on the project
- Understand how to create proper bid packages, bid alternate strategies, and value engineering
- Ensure that all work items from scope review are included in estimate and that cost trail from bids to Bid Package Scope Analysis Worksheets to estimate is clear and correct
- Prepare clear, properly formatted Bid Package Scope Analysis Worksheets, review Bid Analysis Worksheets prepared by others for coordination
- Manage the subcontractor solicitation process
- Issue bid invitations to subcontractors, vendors, and ensure adequate bid coverage for each trade package, generate interest, and get commitments on subcontractor participation, obtain local participation to meet project needs
- Review subcontractor and supplier bids for conformity to contract requirements and determine acceptable bids
- Present and explain project budgets to clients, designers, and operations teams
- Lead estimate presentations with client and design team
- Perform comprehensive bid day analysis and scoping of specific assigned trades
- Understand how to scale subs to the size and scope of the project
- Communicate with subcontractors on key issues such as project schedule, addenda, scope of work, and other bid information
- Ensure that there is proper trade package coverage of subcontractors on bid day
- Ensure that all quantity surveys and pricing are accurate and complete
- Seek and qualify new subcontractors
Physical Demands and Essential Job Functions
This job description reflects an assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Physical requirements for this role may include but not limited to walking, standing, operating tools and equipment, and lifting items up to 25lbs. Tasks may also be carried out in varying weather conditions and environments as applicable to the position.
About Yates Construction
Ranked among the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the country by Engineering News-Record, Yates Construction is family-owned and provides a wide range of construction and building services. Incorporated in 1964 by William G. Yates Jr., we have steadily grown to become one of the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the nation. We are financially sound with a significant bonding capacity as well as vast personnel and equipment resources.
Our portfolio includes commercial and industrial projects from various sectors, including arts and culture, civil, commercial, education, entertainment, federal, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, municipal, retail, and technology. We work hard to understand our clients business needs and continually look for opportunities to provide additional value to our clients and their projects.
Our client relationships are the foundation of our success, and our primary goal is to help each of our clients achieve their vision. We do this by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project and communicating constantly with all team members.
Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities EEO to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements, Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.