Preconstruction Director

Our global construction group is comprised of Orascom Construction subsidiaries, The Weitz Company, Contrack Watts Inc., and Watts Constructors. Collectively, we specialize in Commercial, Federal, and Industrial construction projects with a best-in-class Supply Chain segment. We have forged our reputation by constantly seeking new construction innovations and technology that provide our clients and employees with predictable, reliable, and collaborative services. Our commitment to delivering a top quality product has resulted in long-standing customer relationships and recognition by industry rankings as one of the top contractors in the United States. 

We view employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. That’s why we provide team members a career (not just a job), supported by learning and development opportunities, and a positive, collaborative work environment. We offer the resources of a large company, while preserving our small company feel. Employees are encouraged to work hard, have fun and build strong relationships along the way! Community involvement, diversity and inclusion, and employee empowerment are central to our Company’s culture.

The Weitz Company is seeking a Preconstruction Director (location to be negotiated). 

The Preconstruction Director is responsible for ensuring outstanding customer service is delivered through our preconstruction services on all assigned projects. He or she provides leadership and direction on large project pursuits by providing oversight on all preconstruction efforts on these projects and providing strategic direction for future projects. He or she is charged with making assignments and developing staff to meet the needs of the business. He or she also works closely and coordinates with Business Development in procuring work. The Preconstruction Director will report to the Director of Preconstruction Services for the National Group.

What We Offer: 

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products including: Pet Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

What You'll Do:

Business Development

• Support Business Development in the RFP process by developing schedules, GCs, scope of work, etc.
• Assist with interview preparation.
• Develop and present sales materials on our preconstruction services in a competent manner.
  

Customer Service/Customer Satisfaction

• Manage the preconstruction process efficiently with a keen awareness and understanding of the needs of the clients as well as the goals of the company and the timely completion of the preconstruction process.
• Provide credible cost comparisons on different building systems.
• Understand local market logistics, subcontractor/supplier market, and how each impacts total work volume and project costs.
• Has established Key Account relationships through superior customer service and the project results.
  

Preconstruction Management

• Provide the most professional and appropriate estimating and documentation techniques relative to the owner's needs, team's expectations, acceptable risk, and time constraints throughout the preconstruction period.
• Document and communicate with the team, the progress during the preconstruction phase, especially at the formal conclusion of schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
• Monitor design documents for compliance with scope and value analysis incorporation.
• Analyze, assist, and provide suggestions for appropriate contract language that protects the company.
• Exhibit a professional understanding of cost, market impacts, governing authority, constructability, scheduling, design, and value.
• Review and provide reliable and timely feedback on all estimates, schedules, and other necessary documents throughout the design phase of assigned projects.
  
• Identify and assist with the development of strategies and correspondence required for successful fast-tracking opportunities.
  
• Accept responsibility for accuracy of all estimating, scheduling, strategies, and communications documents throughout the preconstruction period, whether prepared individually or by the support staff.
  

Estimating

• Perform conceptual estimates and actively participate in the development and evaluation of owners' feasibility studies as requested or required.
• Provide the most professional and appropriate estimating and documentation techniques relative to the owner's needs, team's expectations, acceptable risk, and time constraints throughout the preconstruction period.
• Review all estimates for accuracy, appropriate level of detail, and high standard of expectations.
  
• When assigned to manage the estimating services, the Director shall also fulfill the role of "Chief Estimator" as it applies to his role. See role profile for a complete list of duties.

Scheduling

• Prepare a detailed schedule identifying the preconstruction tasks and activities.
• Review weekly preconstruction progress to ensure the progress is maintained on schedule. Initiate change to keep project on schedule. Advise Project Executive of issues that pose a potential cost or schedule impact, including issues with subs, designers, or owners.
• Prepare the initial project construction schedule (Preconstruction Project Schedule) with or without assistance from the director or assigned operations staff. Understand this schedule and provide information to the owner, designer, or project team of impacts based on decisions made during preconstruction.
  
• Ensures all preconstruction schedules are complete and realistic.

Risk Management

• Prepare a risk mitigation plan, as necessary.
  
• Advise and make recommendations to the project team on potential problems, including issues with subcontractors, designers, and owners.
• Identify, minimize, or eliminate high-risk scope items.
• Obtain quotations from other departments for specialty items such as payroll taxes, city tax, liability insurance, builders risk, permits, and performance bond premiums.
  

Other

• Contribute to the vision, goals, and objectives of the company.
• Comply with company policies and safety regulations.
• Perform other tasks that may be assigned.​​

What We're Looking For:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each previously stated duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to succeed in this role.

• Education: High school diploma is required. An industry-related collect degree is preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years of extensive estimating and/or project management construction experience is required. Experience in a fast-paced business environment is helpful. Proven history of leading, teaching, developing, and mentoring others successfully is required.
• Skills: Business acumen, judgment, communication, solid leadership, client relations, negotiation, project management, solid construction knowledge, estimating skills, presentation skills, decision-making, conflict resolution, tact, adaptable, analytical, coach, and entrepreneurial are necessary. Solid systems experience with On-Screen takeoff, WinEst, SureTrak, Prolog, BIM, and JDE is preferred for this role.​
• Technology: Candidate should have experience with or be able to learn specific project management and scheduling software (ex: JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta). Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required. Training will be provided on company standards.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. 

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails. 

The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice. 

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