Pre-Construction Manager (Glendale, AZ)

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Location: Glendale, AZ

Pay: Up to $115k - $130,000 DOE

Position Summary:

The Pre-Construction Manager oversees the early stages of construction projects, ensuring they are thoroughly planned and set up for success. This role involves coordinating pre-construction activities, including cost estimation, project scheduling, value engineering, and collaboration with clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders to deliver comprehensive project plans. The Pre-Construction Manager serves as a key contributor to securing new projects and optimizing project execution.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Leadership and Team Management:

• Promote and exemplify behavior aligned with core values and organizational goals.
• Guide and mentor project coordinators, estimators, and other team members involved in pre-construction activities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence within the pre-construction team.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and objectives.

Estimating Services:

• Lead preconstruction services, including sales, design, budgeting, and bidding.
• Reconcile estimates with project team members.
• Produce accurate and thorough takeoffs.
• Plan, lead, and coordinate pre-bid and bid meetings.
• Create project estimates and analyze subcontractor bids.
• Qualify prospective subcontractors and suppliers.
• Conduct post-bid and scope review meetings.
• Manage bid solicitation with subcontractors, suppliers, and trade groups.
• Monitor and achieve revenue backlog targets.

Pre-Construction Services:

• Oversee preconstruction processes, including RFI management, budgeting, and contract compliance.
• Review project documents to ensure alignment with budgets and contractual agreements.
• Analyze financial aspects of contracts to protect company interests while maintaining client relationships.
• Develop initial working schedules for projects and coordinate resource requirements.
• Establish buy-out strategies and collaborate with project teams to achieve goals.

Project Coordination:

• Define project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within organizational guidelines.
• Review construction scope, materials, and timelines to establish responsibilities and expectations.
• Prepare invoices, contracts, change orders, and other documentation.

Communication and Stakeholder Management:

• Coordinate and evaluate feedback from internal departments, project owners, and teams during the estimating and construction process.
• Act as a liaison with clients and design teams, ensuring a positive representation of the organization.
• Clearly communicate project scope, goals, and progress to stakeholders and team members.
• Exhibit critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges proactively.

Special Projects:

• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership to meet organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with management on special projects, opportunities, and bids.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical training and related experience.
• Four or more years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
• Previous experience in project management, pre-construction, or as a project engineer for a contractor.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Planner).
• Strong communication and people management skills.
• Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to optimize performance.
• In-depth understanding of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, and best practices.
• Strong business acumen and knowledge of interdependencies across functional units.

Skills:

• Experience with McCormick estimating software.
• CAD knowledge.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam and Foundation construction software.

Why choose Addison IT?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses

• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s job openings lead to potential permanent employment

• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations

• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home

• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.