Senior Estimator

Position Summary:

The Preconstruction Manager is involved in identifying opportunities, soliciting, and relating to potential clients, and participating in the preparation of KBE’s submissions in response to solicitations and follow up interviews/presentations. The Preconstruction Manager also manages preconstruction services on projects secured by KBE; works with the Operations group to ensure a smooth transition into the construction phase; and supports Operations during construction in regard to the decisions and commitments made by KBE during the preconstruction phases.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Prepare Qualifications & Exclusions, and site-specific construction related information/analysis needed to support these submissions.

Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Gather, calculate and compile data (unit costs, subcontractor quotes) for use in conceptual bid proposal estimates.
• Prepare routine estimates and constructability reviews under general supervision.
• Prepare bid packages, conceptual estimates, analysis of subcontractor bids, etc. for projects of size and/or complexity, as assigned.
• Interface with owner, architect, engineers and subcontractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility.
• Write exhibits identifying exclusions and qualifications custom tailored for each project.
• Prepare preliminary project schedules tailored for each project.
• Site Logistics

During the process of attempting to secure a design/build project, the Preconstruction Manager will be responsible for the following:

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of submissions including cost estimates, including value management pricing during the solicitation process.
• Study thoroughly and know all requirements of the solicitation in order to ensure that KBE’s submission meets all the requirements of the solicitation.
• Prepare Qualifications & Exclusions, and site-specific construction related information/analysis needed to support these submissions.

Once a design/build project is secured, the Preconstruction Manager will be responsible to manage/supervise the Preconstruction Phase of Services including, but not limited to, the following:

• Manage the KBE team assigned to the project outlining roles, services required, and deadlines.
• Attend all meetings with the design team and client and be KBE’s day-to-day contact for these relationships.
• Act as the client liaison until the project is transferred to Operations. Stay in contact with the owner to foster relationships.
• Perform continual review and assessment of the developing design and trends in construction materials/labor/pricing to verify that the projected cost and schedule of the design is in alignment with KBE’s previously accepted proposal or, where a firm number is not yet established, the Owner’s construction budget.
• Advise KBE’s Senior Management and the Director of Preconstruction if the cost and/or schedule are projected to exceed the referenced limitations and outline a plan on how the situation is going to be mitigated/addressed/presented.
• Lead Operations in developing project specific bid packages for various trades that incorporate all applicable program requirements including scope of work, schedules, insurances, bonds, unit prices, supplemental bids, alternates and/or allowances.
• Prepare and coordinate all turnover documentation and facilitate turnover meetings with Operations team.

During the process of attempting to secure a negotiated project, the Preconstruction Manager will be responsible for the following:

• Prepare fee and general conditions proposal in conjunction with KBE’s Senior Management and the Director of Preconstruction.
• Study thoroughly and know all requirements of the solicitation in order to ensure that KBE’s submission meets all the…