Webber - Preconstruction Manager - Waterworks at EG8 PLW Waterworks, LLC in The Woodlands, Texas

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About us:



Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community.Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.




Job Description:




Objective

The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the preconstruction phase of construction projects. This includes tasks such as estimating costs, preparing budgets, and developing schedules.



Regular Job Duties

• Reviewing project plans and specifications to determine project feasibility such as project site constraints, land, existing facilities, and proposed technologies, treatment considerations, and water resource data to maximize project value.


• Compile conceptual estimates, including project benchmarks and other details


• Coordinate with the estimating team to develop cost estimates and budgets for projects


• Develop, distribute and evaluate submissions on Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to subcontractors and suppliers


• Developing procurement, risk and project management plans


• Coordinating with architects, engineers, and other design professionals to refine project plans


• Identifying and negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers


• Developing schedules and timelines for project completion


• Reviewing and negotiating contracts with clients


• Managing the bidding process for subcontractors


• Providing regular updates to clients and team members on project progress


• Identifying and addressing potential problems or issues that may arise during the preconstruction phase


• Plan and lead the preconstruction strategy meeting on the approach to the project or estimate


• Assure that potential risk factors have been evaluated and reviewed with senior management


• Develop and negotiate Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposals with Clients, Owner's Advisors and Engineers


• Supervise supporting staff (i.e. project managers, project engineers, schedulers, etc.) during the preconstruction phase of projects

Qualifications

• Preferably should have a bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field


• Several years of experience in the construction industry. At least 5+ years in Water/Wastewater


• Should have strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work under tight deadlines


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Microsoft Project experience is a plus


• Preferably have scheduling experience with Primavera P6


• Strong leadership, interpersonal, prioritization, and time management skills. Ability to multi-task while managing multiple projects and multiple engineering team initiatives

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.


Webber and its companies (e.g. Webber, LLC, Webber Waterworks, LLC, Webber Infrastructure Management, Inc., Ferrovial Webber Energy, LLC) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Webber complies with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at each location the Company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Apply Now