Preconstruction Manager - Fort Collins

Preconstruction Manager

Hausmann has an opportunity for a Preconstruction Manager to join our Fort Collins office. The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for coordinating and effectively communicating the pre-construction processes with owners, design teams and subcontractors, as well as gathering proposals, maintaining cost data and trends, and representing the company at pre-construction / pre-bid meetings. The successful candidate must be an organized, detail-oriented, self-starter who acts in a manner of integrity and desires to grow in a company with an award-winning culture.

An ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, able to manage multiple projects with hard deadlines, and consistently displays accountability and ownership of the process. The ability to thrive in a fast paced, innovative team environment is mandatory—and a passion for learning, trying new things, understanding what works, and quickly adjusting what doesn’t is key.

• Coordinate & effectively communicate preconstruction processes with owners, design teams & subcontractors
• Assisting operations to select projects to bid
• Assist and maintain multiple estimates / budgets simultaneously, as well as help review responsibility for multiple estimates
• Create & maintain preconstruction schedules for multiple projects
• Establish & modify Front End Bidding Documents for Hausmann Construction as well as coordinate documents from the design team for multiple bid packages
• Define & write scopes of work
• Generate and coordinate bid schedule
• Establish and maintain relationships with owners, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Arrange and manage bid turnover to project management team
• Review final cost report with project team and conduct post-bid review
• Assist with proposal preparation, presentation, and secure new work, including design-build projects
• Understand and coordinate contract bid solicitation requirements
• Coordinate subordinates through the take-off process and bid solicitation process (call lists)
• Assist and manage the development of value management opportunities to ensure the project budget remains on track
• Coordinate and manage the transition from pre-con to construction phase; ensure PM and Superintendent are involved prior to beginning construction
• Other related preconstruction duties as needed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction related degree, or subsequent experience
• Minimum of five years of experience in estimating, proposals, project management, or other construction related area
• Advanced knowledge of estimating strategies and techniques and experience
• Experience with OnScreen takeoff software is preferred
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of construction practices/techniques, contract laws, project controls, and building support systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook and Project
• Ability to multi-task and comfortably work in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ease with building/establishing rapport with an array of people and teams
• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to take initiative and move projects forward with limited direction
• Professional demeanor, goal-oriented, self-motivated, creative, flexible, and adaptable to new situations.