Lead Preconstruction Mission-Critical Projects

Overview

In this role, you will be responsible for all preconstruction activities on large mission-critical projects, including developing preliminary budgets, value engineering, preconstruction schedules, procurement plan, prequalification of subcontractors, detailed take-off and estimating, the definition of bid package scopes, the subcontractor/supplier bidding process, evaluation of bids, presentation of detailed estimates of the work, evaluation of alternatives and comparative studies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Active Participation in Pursuits
• Participates in interviews and interview preparation while in project pursuit
• Assists the Project Director and Marketing Department in preparation of responses to RFP's and RFQ's
• Management of Preconstruction Process
• Ability to develop conceptual estimates at an early design stage
• Prepares qualifications and assumptions that align with the contractual requirements of the project
• Assists the Project Director on pursuits during the preconstruction period
• Participates in design and coordination meetings, assisting the Project Director with the maintenance of the action and scope tracking logs
• Responsible for the cost tracking log between design deliverables and during cost value analysis exercises
• Reviews the project construction schedule and participates in construction methods development
• Adheres to contractual requirements and strategically meets overall goals by understanding preconstruction and construction contracts
• Responsible for leading the Preconstruction Team and pricing
• Responsible for the development and coordination of estimates and best value cost analysis studies
• Responsible for evaluation of subcontractor pricing
• Reviews the project documents and provides evaluations of the risk elements
• Assists the Project Director with the development of the Risk Register
• Assists with or may lead the subcontractor bidding strategy, solicitation, and bid packages
• Reviews project documents for cost-effectiveness, methods of construction, and value alternatives
• Responsible for reviewing and analyzing complex bills of materials, assessing labor productivity and labor costs, researching vendors, and understanding manufacturing and construction costs
• Performs productivity analysis of cost estimates, and prepares contingency, escalation, and reconciliations for estimates
• Represents Haskell to subcontractors through management of the estimating process, including solicitation of bids and constructability input
• Coordinates bid efforts, processing RFI's, and interfacing between bidding community
• Prepares and submits contract documents for legal and risk reviews
• Prepares qualifications and assumptions when needed for lump sum deliverable projects
• Leads internal Haskell estimate review and bid process team meetings
• Responsible for final assembly of estimate for presentation to the owner
• Develops the project budget, working closely with the operations management team
• Participates in constructability reviews
• Participates in quality control reviews
• Participates in project construction schedule reviews
• Aids field operations with change order pricing as needed
• Ensures a detailed and smooth bid turnover from the bid team to the construction project team
• Assists in the development and training of other preconstruction staff
• Represents Haskell with subcontractors through management of the preconstruction process
• Assists project team with subcontract negotiations and buyout
• Data Management
• Participates in the management of historical cost elements for projects
• Assists with the management and updating of the Estimating Cost Database and systems

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in accredited construction-related curriculum, such as Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent
• 7+ years of estimating experience

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• Proven experience managing preconstruction for mission-critical projects with an emphasis on highly complex projects
• In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors, and/or self-perform work
• Self-starter. Highly motivated to bring project results and success
• Ability to build trust and influence others internally and externally
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Haskell's core values
• Maintains a "value-added" approach to preconstruction
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate to varied audiences
• Strong presentation skills

At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference.

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires…