The Pre-Construction Manager position at Engineered Facades reports directly to the VP of Sales. The primary responsibility for the Pre-Construction Manager is to develop proposed pricing and scope letters for project bids. Key tasks include, but are not limited to:
Review project bid searches and invitations
Gather and evaluate bid documents
Request preliminary project schedules
Execute relationship building plans for strategic accounts
Prepare square foot budget prices for contractors
Gather and evaluate vendor, labor and equipment quotations
Verify and document vendor pricing
Develop and prepare scope letters and price proposals
Prepare and enter detailed takeoffs
Prepare and review lump sum pricing
Assist with closing activities
Complete job file organization and historical data entry
Set up project files and summary documents, turnover job files that are won/lost, etc.
Maintain security over electronic and physical files
Attend company meetings as necessary
Other duties as assigned
Key Performance Indicators:
Exceed department level planned quotation dollars
Exceed department level planned booked order contribution margin
Exceed department level planned booked orders
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree required in Building Construction Management, Drafting, Engineering or related field.
Experience in estimating in the construction industry or related field.
Punctuality and reliability are essential; courteous and professional demeanor required
Ability to read and understand construction documents to perform accurate quantity takeoffs
Proficiency to clearly request vendor pricing and fully understand application of those products
Demonstrated knowledge of and capability to estimate for construction trades
Detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines
Ability to take initiative and be self-motivated
Excellent written, communication and presentation skills
Knowledge and experience using electronic estimating software
Develop and submit proposals and responses to RFP's
Proficient in all components of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook