- Use discretion and independent judgment and professional skills to perform daily duties and to resolve issues in order to minimize risk to the company.
- Provide thorough, accurate and competitive cost estimates through all phases of design, from concept to construction and permit documents.
- Identify value-engineered alternatives relating to construction methods, materials, schedule, and design.
- Determine proposal specifications and the scope of work by reviewing drawings, attending and/or managing bid and preconstruction meetings, etc.
- Analyze and document cost analysis from historical projects, purchase orders, contracts, and cost reports for future use in incorporating into estimates.
- Provide design assistance and cost data regarding project feasibility to the client, design professionals, and project team.
- Prepare bid package and provide leadership and coordination on bid solicitation and RFP's.
- Develop scopes of work for sub-trades prior to and during bid solicitation.
- Perform takeoffs of multiple trades to minimize Alston Construction's cost risks.
- Analyze proposals from subcontractors for cost, scope and completeness to determine award of work.
- Identify and qualify new subcontractors to ensure an adequate number of qualified and financially sound subcontractors are available and to expand bid solicitation coverage
- Negotiate price with clients and with qualified subcontractors.
- Prepare preliminary project schedules during the preconstruction phase and assist the Superintendent with the contracted schedule prior to construction.
- Organize and lead the transition of the project cost estimate to the Project Manager.
- Assist the Project Manager with pricing and negotiating owner and subcontractor change orders.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with prospective and current clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the Company's services to assist in identifying applicable potential new clients and projects.
- Identify new work opportunities and advise VP/GM of potential projects with existing and new clients and lead or participate in the pursuit of project leads.
- Conduct or participate in presentations to clients.
- Maintain a detailed pipeline of clients and projects in Prophet, including status of opportunities and analysis/reasons for wins/losses.
- Provide assistance and evaluations to Risk Management and the VP/GM regarding potential contract, cost, construction feasibility, and insurance risks.
- Review subcontracts, prior to issuance to the subcontractor, for compliance with the documents and estimate.
- Manage design team through the development of permit documents.
- Make recommendations for ways to improve business operations (including processes, procedures and best operating practices), looking for ways to increase client satisfaction, improve efficiency and improve profitability.
- Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience successfully estimating (conceptual and hard bid) construction projects for a general contractor.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Design-build experience on relevant project types.
- Experience in value-engineering.
- Valid State-issued driver's license and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements and satisfactory driving record.
- OSHA 10-hour Certification.
- First Aid/CPR Certification.
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Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary:About Alston Construction:
Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor, with more than 20 offices coast to coast. For over 35 years we have delivered on our promises to our employees, clients, and business partners. We offer extremely competitive salaries, a superb benefits package, and a great place to work In addition to routinely receiving awards for our projects and safety performance, we have also received multiple "Best Places to Work" awards We look for passionate construction professionals who share our core values, to include: commitment, integrity, teamwork, and respect. As our CEO, Paul Little, says "In order to be successful at Alston Construction, you must enjoy seeing success in others." If this sounds like you and what you're looking for, we'd love to hear from you
Job Summary:
Responsible for assisting management in the general business operations of the company by the daily management, supervision, coordination, and successful completion of the preconstruction phase of projects. In addition, the Preconstruction Manager will assist with business development. The overall goal of the Preconstruction Manager is to provide a thorough, accurate, and competitive estimate that will result in the award of a profitable project.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Preconstruction Manager will be primarily involved with performing the following duties and responsibilities.
Estimating:
Sales:
Other:
Education, Experience, and Licensing/Certifications will include:
We invite you to learn more about Alston Construction on our website here or check us out on Linked In.
Alston Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
