Salary: Commensurate with education, training, and experience

Reports to: Construction Executive Team

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Summary:

Seeking full-service commercial general contractor providing services to a wide ranging client base. We are looking for a Preconstruction Manager, to be able to not only estimate, but additionally, assist with internal Team Management and taking leads within estimator meetings. This would involve managing expectations of estimates as well as holding accountability for tasks and deliverables within. Candidate to have approx. 10yrs of Estimating experience with strong Trade Partner relationships and ability to do a myriad range of take-offs of all sizes. Historical cost data knowledge and database management, updating as relevant, is key as well. Understanding the importance of presentation consistency, whether in person or through electronic submission processes, with full estimate divisional breakdowns and scope narratives too. Background in the following key industries would be helpful too: Multi-family Housing, Corporate office workplace, Building Repurposing, Historical, Healthcare/Wellness, Private Education, Hospitality; project sizes up to $60M in value. Multi Family Estimator / Pre-Construction services strength and a Corporate Workplace, Private Education, , Building Repurposing, Hospitality and Healthcare/Wellness in the Midwest looking for construction services that value relationships.

Responsibilities, at a minimum:

· Determine scope and perform quantity takeoffs for construction trades including but not limited to: demolition, earthwork, concrete, masonry, steel, carpentry, finishes, mechanical and electrical.

· Lead pricing labor, material and equipment using historic data (while managing/updating within), past-experience, subcontractor, supplier & rental firm pricing.

· Prepare accurate estimates with a focus on large projects including but not limited multi-housing, historic repurpose, additions and at times small projects.

· Prepare cost analysis to include equipment, general conditions, materials and labor.

· Subcontractor solicitation confirmation of participation.

· Work closely with the internal Estimating Team on subcontractor analysis and buyout processes on negotiated projects.

· Develop and execute plans to continuously improve subcontractor relationships.

· Keep Construction Executive and rest of Estimating team informed of key issues/opportunities that impact project success.

· Identify training and/or development opportunities that will assist in achieving enhanced job performance and/or career objectives.

· Respond to and complete all other duties, tasks and/or projects as assigned.

· Bring, develop & maintain Trade partner relationships, proactively.

Education and Experience:

· A 4-year degree or industry equivalency in architecture, engineering or construction is desired

· Minimum 10 years of direct construction experience is preferred

· Ability to budget projects with minimal vendor involvement

· Strong understanding of historical cost data

· Strong communication and documentation skills

· Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems

· Capable of initiating and coordinating activities independently

· Positively represent brand and develop strong relationships with customers and team members

· Must be team-oriented and flexible in assuming new responsibilities as they arise

· Proficiency in MS Office software; Word, Excel, Project

· Efficiency in consistency of presentation of Estimates and Narratives, both internally and externally.

Benefits

· Top compensation package

· Bonus structure

· 401k and matching

· Medical and dental benefits

· Paid holiday and vacation time

· Paid parking/transit expenses

· Life insurance

· Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Advantages:

· Exciting work environment and fun coworkers

· Opportunity for advancement

· Volunteering/Community outreach opportunities

· Employee feedback and contributions valued

· Work / Life integration supported

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to operate a computer at a desk for a period of time; move about the office to access files, conference rooms, and other office productivity machinery (computer, fax machines, copiers); and attend outside meetings and job site visits. The person in this position frequently communicates with staff vendors and customers and must be able to exchange and communicate accurate information. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds