Preconstruction Manager

The Preconstruction Manager is an office based position which administratively reports to the Support Operations Managers. Functionally, the PreCon Manager reports to and supports the Project Executive.

• Attend all bi-weekly design meetings with the owner and design team
• Work with Estimating and Purchasing to assure all deliverables are provided per contract.
• Spend time with owners and designers in between deliverables to assure design progress in accordance with schedule and owner expectations.
• Provide cost trending advice to the design team and owner to assure the best systems/materials are being utilized.
• Create, update, and manage the preconstruction schedule. Conduct and facilitate design phase card trick sessions.
• Facilitate all value engineering workshops.
• In consultation with Operations, develop and analyze phasing and sequencing plans.
• In conjunction with Operations, develop site use plans
• Schedule and facilitate all constructability reviews in conjunction with appropriate Operations personnel.
• Develop Construction Phase administrative procedures manuals in conjunction with Operations.
• In conjunction with Purchasing Department, ensure bidder interest is generated early in the design phase (get on subcontractors bid schedules).
• Take the lead in GMP preparation in conjunction with Operations, Purchasing and Estimating.
• Sell and coordinate all IDC efforts.
• Assist Operations and Purchasing in creation of proper bid packaging strategies.
• Feed historical databases with current market pricing information

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Leverage Business Insights – Understand and act on industry trends, local market and economic conditions and our business model to make decisions and create competitive advantage.
• Deploy a Strategic Mindset - Take a broad, global perspective when considering proactive solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that might develop in the future.
• Display Emotional Intelligence - Demonstrate the capacity to recognize feelings and patterns of behavior and those of others. Manage emotions effectively in ourselves and our relationships.
• Build High Performing Teams - Demonstrate the capacity to recognize our feelings and patterns of behavior and those of others. Manage emotions effectively in ourselves and our relationships.
• Drive Team Accountability - Determine priorities and delegate work; monitor and communicate progress. Establish measures to assess the impact, quality and timeliness of results; praise success and learn from mistakes.
• Coach and Develop Others - Provide feedback, instruction, and development guidance to help others excel in their current or future job responsibilities. Plan for and support development of individual skills and abilities.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5-10 years of purchasing and/or construction experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• In depth knowledge of design and construction practices and materials
• Exceptional verbal, written, and stand up communication skills
• Working knowledge of estimating, purchasing, and scheduling
• Highly refined interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong planning and risk management skills

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.