Preconstruction Manager

Our client is a Charlotte, NC based Commercial General Contractor who is looking for a Preconstruction Manager to join their team.

Primary markets are storage, office, retail, medical and light industrial

They need someone who has the ability to take a project from napkin sketch through full estimate. This person needs to be able to put together conceptual estimates without full information.

The ability to work in a team environment and facilitate accurate estimates is essential.

Charlotte, NC area construction market knowledge is required.

This position requires previous commercial construction precon/estimating experience.

• Prepare time, cost and labor estimates for construction projects by analyzing project drawings, specifications and RFP’s.
• Solicit projects and obtain quotes from subcontractors and vendors.
• Analysis of subcontractor and vendor quotes to confirm scope.
• Development of preliminary construction schedules for estimating and preconstruction.
• Prepare conceptual estimates and budgets for projects
• Develop subcontractor relationships for the solicitation of bids.
• Participate in the interview process as required.
• Communicate with subcontractors, owners, architects, engineers, and project team.
• Participate in and accurately interpret existing conditions during site meetings / walkthrough’s.
• Prepare, coordinate, review, and distribute construction estimates.
• Update unit, labor, material, and equipment rates in cost databases to keep them current.
• Prepare reports and analysis pertinent to construction estimating as requested.
• Maintain estimating schedule for all priced projects.
• Assist accounting and project management to ensure proper turnover of estimates.
• Initiate and hold project turnover meetings with project management post award. Review project requirements, price and scope concerns.
• Familiar with all aspects of Contract Administration and capable of assuming these duties, as directed.

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