McCarthy Holdings Inc

Preconstruction Manager - Renewables

McCarthy Holdings Inc$100K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering, with 5+ years of relevant estimating/design/field management experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of construction principles and practices.
  • Experience with large-scale and utility-scale solar projects.
  • Familiarity with alternative project delivery methods, including cost modeling and GMPs.
  • Background in estimating self-performed disciplines and managing subcontractor relations.
  • Proven capability in preconstruction management across diverse projects.
  • Strong communication skills to build relationships and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate the bid process as the 'Bid Captain' during negotiated bids.
  • Cultivate relationships with owners, subcontractors, and stakeholders to enhance project collaboration.
  • Monitor and manage project budgets effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepare necessary qualifications and contract documents to align with project obligations.
  • Oversee preconstruction schedules to ensure timely execution of projects.
  • Assist in the training and development of project staff, emphasizing safety and compliance.
  • Present organized documentation and deliverables to project owners and stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Supportive work culture that values teamwork and collaboration.
  • Engagement in community and industry events as a representative of McCarthy.
  • Involvement in innovative solar projects contributing to renewable energy solutions.
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY

The Preconstruction Manager is a key role within our Renewables Preconstruction/Estimating department and should have a strong understanding of estimating principles. Depending on the specifics of the project, the Preconstruction Manager may be the primary day-to-day contact of the Owner and the design team. On more complex pursuits, the Preconstruction Manager may support a Preconstruction Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Participate in interviews and interview preparation for negotiated bids, acting as "Bid Captain" on pursuits and leading estimate/bid process team meetings
  • Build and maintain relationships with owners, subcontractors, vendors, internal clients and other key stakeholders, representing McCarthy on the jobsite, in the community and at industry events
  • Track and manage project budget
  • Prepare qualifications for project that align with contractual obligations, ensuring requirements are adhered to throughout the course of project and submitting contract documents for legal review
  • Implement and oversee preconstruction and construction schedule
  • Assist in training and development of project staff, and manage risk by implementing all applicable safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs
  • Manage and maintain all documentation/deliverables, presenting them to project owner in organized manner
  • Represent McCarthy at design and coordination meetings, providing any alternative solutions and assisting in design decisions
  • Participate in the prequalification process, in preparing responses to RFPs and RFQs, in managing the buyout log and chart of accounts

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering, and/or minimum of 5 years of applicable estimating, design management and/or field management experience
  • In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
  • Experience on large scale and utility scale solar projects.
  • Experience with alternative delivery projects, including cost modeling, cost trending, and GMPs.
  • Experience estimating self-perform disciplines, including labor and material pricing.
  • Proven experience managing preconstruction for a wide range of relevant projects
  • Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work
  • Experience leading successful team ventures, including the development of employees and maintaining relationships with external entities and subcontractor community
  • Self-starter, highly motivated
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust and influence a wide variety of audiences
  • Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to preconstruction

About McCarthy Holdings Inc

McCarthy Holdings, Inc. is a construction company that provides general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. The company serves clients in the healthcare, education, commercial, and industrial sectors. McCarthy Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1864 and is based in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about McCarthy Holdings Inc
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
5 Year Trend
+12%
Revenue
$4.4 billion

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