Preconstruction Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

Manage members of an estimating team to assemble bids / budgets for a variety of different projects. Requires close collaboration with architects, engineers, owners, subcontractors, and field team members.

RESPONSIBILITES

• Responsible to ensure that a proper process and deliverable is brought to bear on every project in conjunction with the director of preconstruction.
• Shall be the clearinghouse for all project needs and resource assignments.
• Work closely with the chief estimator and director of pre-construction to ensure that all project needs are properly staffed and responded to in quality and timely fashion.
• Prepare detailed conceptual cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility level documentation.
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages.
• Lead the preparation and presentation of cost / budget information to the client and / or owner.
• Lead and facilitate value engineering sessions with the project team and design team.
• Review construction contracts and be able to identify key insurance and damages clauses.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of construction cost estimates.
• Review all estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal submission.
• Identify and solicit all key subcontractors / vendors required to assemble a as competitive bid / budget.
• Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

About LeChase :

Established in 1944, LeChase prides itself on offering the capabilities of a large firm while maintaining the personalized service of a small firm. Today, the company ranks among the nation’s top contractors – providing general construction and construction management services in a wide range of industries and on projects of all sizes. With a dedicated team of professionals striving to deliver excellence, the firm has earned a reputation for quality, safety and integrity. In addition to serving customers from its operations across the East Coast, LeChase can provide resources to meet the unique needs of clients no matter where they are located.

EEO Statement :

LeChase is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind during the hiring process, including but not limited to discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, protected Veteran status, nationality, religion, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other non-merit-based factor.

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