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Nari, Phoenix, AZ, United States


Job Description
Preconstruction Project Manager/Estimator

FLSA Classification
Exempt, full-time, salaried

Compensation
At an amount commensurate with experience. Benefits include but are not limited to full health care benefits for employee (plus spouse and covered children) with premiums paid by the company, 9+ company paid holidays annually, paid time off/sick leave, profit sharing, pension plan, paid community service hours and continuing education benefits.

Reports To
Director of Preconstruction Services

Summary
The Preconstruction Project Manager/Estimator will assist in the procurement of complex projects for the organization’s commercial, and government General Contracting opportunities.

Essential Functions and Abilities

Regular, consistent and prompt attendance

Effective and timely verbal and written communication skills

Excellent math and analytical skills

Excellent computer skills

Ability to work in the office setting for long periods

Ability to perform physical requirements of “job walks” (navigate uneven terrain, climb ladders, crawl under structures, etc., as required to assess potential projects)

Extensive knowledge of pre-construction and construction costs, processes, and timelines

Excellent plan interpretation skills (both commercial and residential)

Excellent project scheduling skills

Maintaining positive relationships with subcontractors, owners, designers, agencies, utilities, and co-workers

Ability to handle multiple projects in the various stages of the construction process and using multiple types of delivery methods (CMAR, Design-Build, Hard Bid, RSMs, etc.) at one time

Knowledge of mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems

Ability to learn estimating software and implement into estimating process

Ability to organize and maintain vendor quotes

Ability to write subcontracts and purchase orders

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinate pre-construction activities as projects require

Participate actively in the project proposal interviewing process

Prepare and maintain pre-con project schedules in Microsoft Project

Review, solicit and process vendor proposals and maintain working relationships

Be proactive in maintaining existing client relationships and creating new ones

Process Requests for Information (RFIs)

Work with owners and/or design team to create the project scope work

Create conceptual budgets based upon a general scope of work

Prepare bid solicitation on a per-project basis

Be proactive in anticipating potential project delays during the bidding process when procuring subcontractors and materials.

Complete site reviews before and during the bidding process

Create a budget based upon the entire scope of work including plans, specs, and addenda

Maintain company file system as required

Interpret plans and specifications as they relate to the scope of work on each project

Coordinate with the AHJ and any scope of work related to utilities and implement into the budget

Participate in the project “kick‑off” and post‑flight meetings

Periodic travel and overnight stay required

Coordinate project meetings and generate meeting minutes as needed

Manage preconstruction project budgets and participate in projections

Create proposals or complete final bid form per the time constraints as required

Complete the buyout of a project including subcontractors and material procurement

Interface with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other project participants

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Education and Experience

At least 3 years of related work experience including estimating and field experience, required

Bachelor’s degree preferred

LEED (or equivalent) accreditation, beneficial

Experience with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PDF, Outlook essential. Bluebeam and onscreen take-offs experience preferred.

Estimating in Healthcare beneficial

Gordian and RS Means experience beneficial

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform duties at a fixed workstation (at least 80% of day), using computer and phones

Must be able to lift at least 15 lbs. at times

Must be able to navigate terrain when at construction job sites (as described above)

Must be able to navigate the use of ladders when at construction job sites

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Loven Contracting, Inc. does not discriminate, hire, discharge, promote, or demote in matters of compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment against any person, otherwise qualified, on the basis of race, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental ability, color or age, or any other condition or status that is the subject of state or federal anti‑discrimination law. Loven Contracting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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