Preconstruction Manager

Overview

The Pre-Construction Manager I will assist in the planning, coordination, and management of pre-construction activities. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals starting their careers in construction management and looking to develop their skills in a supportive and dynamic environment. The role involves working closely with senior pre-construction managers, project managers, and various stakeholders to ensure projects are set up for success from the outset.

• Project Planning and Coordination:
  Assist in the development of comprehensive pre-construction plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather necessary information for project planning.
• Review project specifications, drawings, and contract documents to ensure alignment with project requirements.

• Estimating and Budgeting:
  Assists in the preparation of accurate cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment.
• Assist in developing project budgets and monitoring costs against budgeted amounts.
• Assists in the participation of value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Bid Management:
  Assist in the preparation and issuance of requests for proposals (RFPs) and invitations to bid (ITBs).
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain and evaluate bids.
• Help prepare bid comparison sheets and recommend the best value options for the project.

• Documentation and Reporting:
  Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including pre-construction plans, schedules, budgets, and bid documents.
• Prepare and distribute reports to senior pre-construction managers and stakeholders to provide updates on project status, milestones, and issues.
• Assist in tracking project expenses, costs, and variances against budgeted amounts.

• Stakeholder Communication:
  Serve as a point of contact for project stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Communicate effectively with project teams and stakeholders to address project issues, concerns, and changes in a timely manner.
• Assist in facilitating regular project meetings and conference calls to ensure alignment and coordination among project teams.

• Risk Management and Issue Resolution:
  Identify potential risks, issues, and challenges that may impact project delivery, and work with senior pre-construction managers to develop mitigation strategies.
• Assist in resolving project-related issues, conflicts, and disputes in a timely and professional manner to minimize project delays and disruptions.
• Implement corrective actions and follow-up measures to address project issues and prevent reoccurrence.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 0-2 years of experience in pre-construction, estimating, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, techniques, and terminology.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management and estimating software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Sure Steel, Inc. is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Core Values: Ability, Integrity Benevolence, Safety, Continuous Improvement, and Environmental Responsibility.