Preconstruction Manager I or II

Here at Batson-Cook, the first thing we build is the relationship. We specialize in general construction in all the top commercial markets including healthcare, commercial, wood frame and more. We’re looking for talented individuals to help us foster relationships with our clients while building projects that stand tall for generations. With competitive salaries and a robust benefits package, there is no better time to join us.

We are currently seeking a talented Preconstruction Manager I or II in Dallas, TX to join our family.

• Assists Division Manager/GM to determine what types of projects to bid, strategies, techniques, etc.
• Maintains bidding database.
• Reviews design options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
• Manages and administers department functions including operating budgets, staffing, work assignments, performance evaluations, etc.
• Participates in project hand-off meetings.
• Mentors and trains department personnel, and project staff (as needed).
• Assists in the preparation of studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and cost estimates as required by clients or management.
• Participates in presentations to clients (if required).
• Reviews proposal specifications, drawings and attends pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and man hour fgures
• Reviews all final estimate packages to insure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation; maintains margin in pricing.
• Makes site visits to jobs in progress to discuss budget/cost with Superintendent/Project Manager as requested.
• Updates skills for software tools and technology utilized
• Supervises and drives work to be accomplished in department.
• Provides technical assistance to the project team in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required.
• Provides technical support to personnel preparing estimates for assigned bids
• Must be willing to travel
• Performs additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
• Communicate with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing (e.g. customers, suppliers, employees). Maintain relationship to ensure needs are met and problems/conflicts are resolved.
• Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, mission and values

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University and 5 or more years of experience in construction estimating functions and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.