Preconstruction Manager - Renewable Energy at McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. in Phoenix, Arizona

Job Description:

McCarthy's Renewable Energy Group is currently looking for an Preconstruction Manager with expertise in the Solar market. Solar expertise is not mandatory; individuals with a strong fundamental knowledge of productivity-based estimating will be considered, but Solar expertise is preferred. This Manager participates in all aspects of our design-phase services process from review of RFP packages, soliciting and negotiating pricing, estimating & contracting the work. In addition, this Manager will lead teams & guide strategy when it comes to the pursuit, design & procurement of work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a pursuit team to develop strategy and respond to RFP's from clients.
• Lead a pursuit team in the estimating of turnkey renewable energy projects, provide oversight to ensure timely completion and accuracy of estimates
• Lead a pursuit team to ensure alignment internally and with 3rd parties (i.e. subcontractors, vendors, etc.) on scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements & document any clarifications
• Review of commercial and technical contract documents (i.e. Scope of Work, Testing, etc.) to develop proposed edits. Leads negotiation with client & subcontractors.
• Provide support to our Business Development team as necessary to maintain relationships with our existing client base.
• Conduct site visits and inspections as necessary.
• Conduct reviews of milestone design documents for the development and pricing of value alternative opportunities.
• Lead the final assembly of cost estimates for presentation to clients.
• Collect and organize cost information & key metrics for future reference.
• Aids field operations with change order pricing if needed.
• Builds relationships with subcontractors and vendors to obtain a competitive advantage for McCarthy.
• Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity.
• Stay up to date with the latest estimating technology and techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 3-5 years of equivalent experience required.
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• General knowledge of the estimating process & project delivery methods.
• An understanding of detailed, productivity-based estimating including labor reporting, wage build-up, burdens, equipment/material pricing & labor markets.
• Working knowledge of estimating technology and tools such as OST and BIM related software.
• Excellent computer skills, and proficient with Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy's core values.

McCarthy Building Companies is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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