Preconstruction Services Manager​/Estimator

Overview

Kraus-Anderson offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact with an industry leader!

Core

Purpose:

Building enduring relationships and strong communities

• Integrity – Do the right thing…always be respectful, honest and fair
• Commitment – Take ownership, work hard, and keep promises
• Teamwork – Collaborate to foster trust and success for all
• Value People – Support each other in a safe, positive environment where people are recognized and appreciated for their contributions

For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape. Founded in 1897 and privately owned and managed by the Engelsma family for more than 70 years, KA is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the top 50 general contractors in the United States. Our base of operations in Minnesota is supplemented with regional offices, extending our capabilities coast to coast.

We take a highly collaborative approach to our work. We work closely with owners, architects and the entire planning team well before ground is broken; providing cost analyses, scheduling information, and value engineering services to ensure that our client can make informed decisions leading to a timely finish of the highest quality and the best value.

This position will be responsible for assisting the Project Teams with preconstruction services which include but not limited to the preparation of conceptual and final estimates, document and constructability review, cost value analysis, cost and systems review, project scheduling, analysis and comparisons, historical evaluations, and bidding process.

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Completes necessary take-offs and prepares cost estimates.
• Preparation of conceptual estimates.
• Supports project team in performing necessary solicitation of subcontractors and what is specifically required for the bid, pricing requirements and assignments.
• Evaluates changes and directives that offer or may require a change in cost, scope, time, means, and methods or design.
• Obtains and evaluates bids from various subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers and identifies qualified bidders.
• Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Prepares the required documents and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains unit pricing database by collecting current market rates from contractors, review of recent bid results and monitoring market trends.
• Captures historical cost data and entry to cost modeling/forecasting software for future reference.
• Maintain an advanced level of understanding of the estimating software used by Kraus-Anderson (KA):
  On-screen Takeoff (OST), Win Est, Modelogix, Excel, and mentor others in their use.
• Manages work load to ensure preconstruction deliverables for projects assigned are understood and met
• Maintains continuity among corporate, division and local work teams by scheduling and coordinating workflow of preconstruction and bidding efforts to meet all required deadlines.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing professional networks with subcontractor partners, and participating in industry-relevant professional societies with a focus on Northern Minnesota region.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 5-10+ years of related experience preferred
• Demonstrated computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Working knowledge of preconstruction software
• Ability to develop conceptual estimates by quickly assessing preliminary plans and specifications, and effectively use professional experience and judgment to make necessary assumptions to provide meaningful cost estimate
• Ability to learn new software and computer applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary…