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As Sr. Preconstruction Manager for PCL Construction Services, Inc. in US Head Office, you'll have the opportunity to play a critical role in the successful completion of manufacturing plant construction projects. With a strong focus on cost estimation, budget management, and collaboration, this position requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, and effective communication. For those with the necessary qualifications and experience, this role offers a rewarding career path with opportunities for growth and advancement.
Responsibilities- Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents (isometric, as-built, and engineering drawings) and specifications for large hard-bid / lump sum, construction management and small to medium design build projects to determine overall project requirements (bonding, insurance, etc.).
- Establishes a critical path schedule including milestone dates and completion timelines to meet contract completion dates for large projects.
- Completes full quantity take-off of all labor, equipment, and materials for larger scopes.
- Leads pricing the general expense and project-specific general requirements for medium to large projects (lump sum and construction management).
- Completes as-bid estimate and trade buy-out strategy with operations team.
- Assists in presenting estimate/proposal and prepares and delivers client presentations.
- Performs quantity, material, and labor take-off from drawings, specifications, and related documents.
- Documents all information relating to the estimate and archives and organizes such information to transfer to the project team upon successful award.
- Conducts a risk and opportunity analysis for review by chief estimator to add into risk register.
- Liaises with external consultants and project management organizations to estimate project budget requirements and coordinates tender development process on behalf of clients.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in construction management, business administration, engineering or related field.
- 12 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating with 12 months of onsite experience preferred.
- Successfully led pursuits valued at $500 million and up in delivery model hard bid/lump sum, construction management/cost reimbursable/target price and/or design build.
- Experience with self-perform estimate and productivity understanding.
- Knowledge and understanding of different construction methods, planning, scheduling, sequencing, potential problems, and timelines and is a district champion in these matters.
- Extensive knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take-off procedures, trade contractor procurement, pricing and bid closing procedures.
- Expert in understanding and teaching contract terms for various delivery models and able to identify contract risks and opportunity.
- Understands different bid processes and contract delivery type methods: Hard bid/lump sum, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), unit price, design-build, target prices and construction management/cost reimbursable.
- Ability to lead successful teams.
- Resourceful and self-motivated with strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
- Strong ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with owners, peers and industry representatives, and leverage the industry relationships for a competitive advantage.
The estimated salary range for this role is $170,000 - $205,000, based on your experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be confirmed as part of a personalized offer.
We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.
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Company: PCL Construction Services, Inc.
Primary Location: Denver, Colorado
Job Title: Sr. Preconstruction Manager/ Sr. Estimator, Manufacturing Center
Requisition ID: 12215