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IE Construction

Director of Preconstruction / Lead Estimator

IE Construction, West Sacramento, California, us, 95798

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The primary role of the Director of Preconstruction / Lead Estimator will work primarily on commercial electrical projects within our core markets: General Contractors, Home Builders, and Direct Corporate Customers. They will work closely with sales, vendors, architects, engineers, owners, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates a deep understanding and commitment to the mission and vision.

Create BOM (bill of material) takeoff from design drawings

Handle the project cost estimate with vendors all the way through contracts and subcontracts being formalized.

Ability to look beyond the information that has been given, to ask the right questions and work to provide a complete project cost evaluation.

Must be a collaborative and passionate advocate for various company departments.

Must be aggressive in providing innovative solutions to complex issues as they arise related to cost, lead-times, trade partners, and/or specified products or materials.

Ability to make reliable predictions as it relates to cost and be comfortable estimating the electrical scope of work.

Must have experience preparing detailed conceptual cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility-level documentation.

Ability to prepare detailed estimates and, as the design evolves, develop variance summaries between estimates and value engineering studies throughout.

Ability to assemble a complete presentation-worthy estimate package that clearly communicates project cost.

Must be able to collaborate with project team to establish the necessary staffing and project requirements.

Must have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost.

Ability to prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages.

Must have experience with the bidding process: soliciting bids, communicating with the bidders, evaluating subcontractor proposals, using bid tally sheets, etc.

Must be prepared to participate and often lead the preparation and presentation of cost / budget information.

Must have experience being a member of the team involved in request for proposal responses (RFP’s) and the formal presentation for a project.

Ability to engage and develop business with new and existing customers.

Ability to participate in value engineering sessions with the project team and design team.

Is a key participant with leadership experience involved in request for proposal responses (RFP’s).

Collaborate closely with the COO, CRO, Engineering, and Project Management to align project execution strategy with company goals and growth objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

8+ years of experience in Electrical or renewable energy design, project controls, or construction management, with 5+ years in preconstruction or estimating.

Proven success leading multidisciplinary tasks.

Extensive knowledge in understanding / interpreting design drawings and project specifications.

Strong financial and project management skills, with experience overseeing budgets and cost controls.

Creative and innovative approaches and solutions on a project-by-project basis.

Effective participation in team environment, with both external and internal teammates.

Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, estimating software (Accubid, Timberline, or similar), take-off software (On-Screen Takeoff or similar), BIM tools (Revit, Assemble, etc.)

Experience with Project management software (CMiC or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar) a plus.

A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

High integrity, professionalism, and commitment to innovation and excellence.

Seniority level Director

Employment type Full-time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Solar Electric Power Generation

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