Systems​/MEPF Preconstruction Manager

** Systems (MEPF) Preconstruction Manager
** Clark is seeking an experienced Systems (MEPF) Preconstruction Manager with a desired expertise and focus in electrical and low voltage systems.  
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* General Responsibilities:

*** Lead various aspects of MEPF systems (electrical and low voltage experience is preferred)  preconstruction process with internal team members, trade partners, designers, engineers, and project stakeholders to deliver a design that is on budget, on schedule, and compliant with program standards
* Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects
* Drive value analysis process by identifying opportunities on projects and sharing insights on how to make the design more cost effective, efficient, and constructable
* Leverage personal knowledge base and experience to collect and analyze cost data, identify options, provide recommendations and solutions to budget and design issues as they arise.
* Conduct document reviews during the development of Construction Documents to verify compliance with program, design intent and pace of advancement.
* Lead stakeholder decision meetings, design progress meetings, value analysis sessions and design conferences related to the MEPF systems
* Support the preconstruction lead in the development of  design deliverables and workflow during the design process, including critical decisions regarding design packaging to support subcontracting and permitting.
* Support the preconstruction lead in the design review process to ensure collection and resolution of all comments.
* Collaborate internally with project managers, preconstruction managers, other trade cost estimators, and field leadership to develop overall project cost and schedule
* Develop trade partner  RFPs and RFQs  for a best value trade partner evaluation and selection
* Supervise and train other department estimators and/or preconstruction managers in your primary area of expertise
* Solicit trade partner and/or vendor quotes and evaluate them for scope, qualifications, risks and opportunities
* Lead meetings with trade partners to identify and resolve scope gaps/double-ups, schedule opportunities/challenges and design options
* Perform risk and contract management responsibilities as required on bids
* Assist in developing a strategy to achieve small, minority and/or disadvantaged business participation
* Maintain a database of estimated and actual costs and lead times
* Research and promote continuous improvement in developing more efficient estimating methods
* Examine construction sites to account for unusual or challenging conditions in the estimate
* Develop and maintain relationships with trade partners
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* Qualifications:

*** Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree
* 7+ years of experience in the electrical commercial construction/design industry working on large-scale projects.
* Field experience is desirable
* Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Bluebeam Software. Familiarity with Beck Destini Estimator and On Screen Take-off would be a plus.
* Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams & followership, sets direction and executes
** Skills & Abilities:
*** Strong knowledge of design and cost management principles and practices
* Ability to lead and/or be a part of a team on multiple projects and pursuits at any given time.
* Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task
* Must be detail oriented, technically sound and have good communication skills
* Must be familiar with both conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimating
* Understanding of integrated design and construction schedules
* Ability to motivate and collaborate with peers working at other firms
* Ability to work with and present to executive leadership
* Self-motivated, organized team player with ability to manage work priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to develop and maintain a collaborative, creative work environment and influence others

The work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.
**** The Physical Side of the Role:
**** This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven…