Preconstruction Project Manager

Position: Preconstruction Project Manager I
Under the general supervision and direction of department leadership, the Preconstruction Project Manager focuses on supporting and managing various aspects of the preconstruction process. Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate design documentation, developing comprehensive cost estimates, and crafting competitive proposals for assigned projects. A core function involves active participation in design development, requiring collaboration with architects, engineers, and clients to optimize project designs for functionality, cost-effectiveness, and constructability.

This also includes conducting value engineering and constructability reviews to analyze designs and provide recommendations for improvement. The position builds upon foundational experience, demanding proficiency in preconstruction processes and the ability to contribute to strategic project planning, with a strong emphasis on integrating design development considerations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Document Management:
Maintain comprehensive digital and physical project documentation, including drawings, specifications, RFIs, and submittals, ensuring all stakeholders have access to the latest revisions.

2. Design Support:
Assist in the development of conceptual and schematic design documents, leading coordination with design professional when necessary.

3. Estimating & Cost Control:
Perform quantity takeoffs, gather and compile cost data, develop unit cost databases, and prepare detailed cost estimates. This includes soliciting and evaluating quotes and creating bid comparison sheets.

4. Communication & Coordination:
Effectively communicate with all project stakeholders, schedule and lead meetings, and prepare agendas and minutes.

5. Reporting & Presentation:
Prepare and present comprehensive reports and presentations.

6. Preconstruction Software:
Learn and maintain proficiency in preconstruction software, including estimating tools, takeoff tools, and project management platforms.

7. Design & Office Software:
Maintain advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and design software such as AutoCAD and Revit.

8. Departmental Support:
Provide competent and efficient service to the Preconstruction Department, applying experience and judgment to accomplish goals.

9. Safety Compliance:
Adhere to all safety regulations, including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

10. Other Duties:
Perform additional assigned duties as required.

11. Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.

12. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's Christian model and Mission - Training Champions for Christ.

Tier 1

This role will primarily involve data gathering, document control, design documentation, and performing basic quantity takeoffs with a strong emphasis on learning and development to build proficiency in all preconstruction processes.

Responsibilities include assisting in:

1. Developing conceptual and schematic design documents.

2. BIM coordination and model navigation.

3. Building unit cost databases.

4. Preparing cost estimates.

5. Soliciting quotes from design professionals, vendors and subcontractors.

6. Creating bid comparison sheets.

7. Scheduling and coordinating meetings.

8. Preparing presentations and reports.

9. Learning and utilizing various preconstruction software.

Tier 2

This role leads complex preconstruction phases, with a strong emphasis on strategic input and advanced technical execution. A pivotal part of this position involves design development, collaborating closely with architects, engineers, and clients to refine project designs and ensure constructability.

Responsibilities will include:

1. Advanced Data Management & Document Control:
Directs complex data gathering and manages advanced document control, ensuring meticulous revision management and leading bid document distribution.

2. Design Development & Optimization:
Leads the development of conceptual and schematic design documents, spearheads BIM coordination, and applies in-depth knowledge of design guidelines and building codes. Actively…