Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

The Preconstruction Manager is a key role within our Preconstruction/Estimating department and should have a strong understanding of estimating principles. Depending on the specifics of the project, the Preconstruction Manager may be the primary day‑to‑day contact of the Owner and the design team. On more complex pursuits, the Preconstruction Manager may support a Preconstruction Director. This position is specifically focused on the Estimating and Design Management of Mission Critical facilities.

This position is located in a geographic area where McCarthy has an office. A candidate who does not live in an area with a McCarthy office will need to relocate. If relocation is required, McCarthy offers a generous relocation package.

• Primary responsibilities include cost estimating (both conceptual and detailed), design management, estimating team oversight, and presentation of cost related information to internal and external partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, subcontractors, vendors, internal clients and other key stakeholders, representing McCarthy on the jobsite, in the community and at industry events
• Track and manage project budget. Heavy focus on flexibility, creativity, and clear communication to clients and design partners.
• Prepare qualifications for project that align with contractual obligations, ensuring requirements are adhered to throughout the course of project and submitting contract documents for legal review
• Close coordination with onsite project management team as it pertains to subcontracts, schedule of values, and subcontractor buyout.
• Implement and oversee preconstruction and construction schedule
• Assist in training and development of project staff, and manage risk by implementing all applicable safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs
• Manage and maintain all documentation/deliverables, presenting them to project owner in organized manner
• Represent McCarthy at design and coordination meetings, providing any alternative solutions and assisting in design decisions
• Participate in the subcontractor prequalification process. Build relationships with trade partners and vendors in the Mission Critical industry.
• Participate in response to RFPs and RFQs.
• Manage the buyout log and chart of accounts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering, and/or 7+ years of applicable preconstruction, estimating, design management, and/or field management experience
• 3+ years of experience working on Mission Critical facilities in preconstruction or operations
• In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Electrical Contractor and Mechanical Contractor preconstruction experience a plus
• Strong understanding of MEP systems
• Strong familiarity with the specifics of Mission Critical facility design and construction schedule.
• Experience with alternative delivery projects, including cost modeling, cost trending, and GMPs.
• Experience estimating self-perform disciplines, including labor and material pricing.
• Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work
• Experience leading successful team ventures, including the development of employees and maintaining relationships with external entities and subcontractor community
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to preconstruction

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

For California locations only, the salary range for this position is: $111,500 - $139,400. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.