SUMMARY
Responsible for assisting management in the general business operations of the company by the daily management, supervision, coordination, and successful completion of the preconstruction phase of projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned
In addition to the responsibilities of a Senior Estimator:
- Primary point of contact with the client during the preconstruction stage of projects.
- Lead and manage the preconstruction process of multiple projects at a project specific level.
- Lead and manage the preparation of competitive bid pursuits.
- Develop General Conditions estimate and present to senior leadership.
- Manage and participate in the preparation of detailed and accurate quantity takeoff of every aspect of a project.
- Knowledgeable and skilled in plan review and scoping all trades.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of market costs, unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost.
- Proficient in early cost model and conceptual estimating based on early concept level information.
- Draws on experience to fill in design gaps in incomplete/early-stage documents to provide comprehensive estimates.
- Coordinate with operations teams to ensure estimates and assumptions meet project requirements.
- Lead interaction and collaborate with design partners in developing effective design solutions and innovative approach to projects.
- Assist in preparation of responses to RFP's and RFQ's.
- Participate in interviews and interview preparation for negotiated pursuits.
- Provide Best Value Analysis solutions taking into consideration cost, schedule, maintenance, and life cycle cost implications. Oversee value alternate preparation from subcontractors, and internal departments.
- Ensure estimating team has most current design information in the preparation of estimates.
- Participate with Preconstruction Director in Review and/or preparation of Owner form of agreement documents for legal and risk reviews.
- Prepare qualifications and assumptions that consider the parameters of the estimate and contractual requirements of the project.
- Assist in the prequalification process.
- Oversee the establishment and maintenance of budget control during the preconstruction phase of the project.
- Prepare complete, organized and professional deliverables for presentation to the owner.
- Communicate and submit all preconstruction deliverables to the clients in a clear and understanding manner.
- Attend and represent Haydon in all design and coordination meetings. On some projects may lead these meetings. Maintain an action log for outstanding items and assigns responsibility for such action items. Maintain scope issues log and is responsible for compiling pricing (with assistance from estimating as needed).
- Coordinate with Operations team in the preparation of preconstruction schedule with buy-in from internal departments. Interfaces with the owners and designers to maintain schedule. Keeps internal departments informed of schedule changes.
- Analyze and manage all aspects of risk and define such for the Preconstruction Director and executive team.
- Lead, manage and perform project buyout process with estimating support.
- Ensure adherence to contractual requirements and strategically meeting overall goals by understanding preconstruction and construction contracts and applying knowledge to assigned project.
- Track and manage construction budget between formal estimating periods and keep owner and team advised of current budget and impact of design decisions.
- Act as the team liaison between operations, estimating and design management.
- Represent Haydon to trade partners through management of the preconstruction process.
- Build and maintain solid relationships with trade partners to obtain a competitive advantage.
COMPETENCIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Planning/Organizing - Manages multiple projects at a time; prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other team members and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
- Business Acumen - Maintains a big picture perspective focused on overall goals; understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
- Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
- Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
- Design - Generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail.
- Communications - Strong problem solving, risk management, organization, and communication skills. Effectively expresses ideas and thoughts verbally and in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
- Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; possess in-depth knowledge and understanding of all building systems and multiple project types, including civil and MPE scopes, exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
- Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.
- Leadership - "Owns" their projects and all responsibility for success in Pre-construction phase; skilled and experienced in interacting with clients and design partners; exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
- Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO/AAP policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil or other engineering discipline. 10 years of related experience working in the general contracting or specialty contracting industry, with significant expertise and experience in estimating and managing commercial construction projects. Strong verbal and written communications skills. Able to lead a team and participate as a member of a team working under strict deadlines. Proficient in MS Office, spreadsheets, and specialty software (OST, Building Connected, Blue Beam, Procore, etc.). Expert at reading plans and specifications, accurate and detailed take-offs and administering contracts and change order procedures, etc. Strong leadership, estimating, client relations, subcontractor relations.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to type, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Benefits at Haydon/Earthscapes:
Health Options
- Medical, Dental, & Vision
- Critical Illness, Hospital, Accident
- Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
- Infertility Treatment Coverage
Worklife Balance
Professional Development
Teamwork / CamaraderieRetirement Planning
