10+ years of experience in mechanical estimating, subcontracting, or preconstruction.
Comprehensive understanding of mechanical systems and installation methods.
Proven experience in developing conceptual mechanical budgets for large or complex projects.
Established relationships within the mechanical vendor and subcontractor markets.
Strong analytical skills for maintaining historical cost data and benchmarks.
Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office.
Ability to act as a resource across the department rather than just on individual projects.
Responsibilities
Act as the mechanical subject-matter expert for the preconstruction department.
Create conceptual mechanical budgets to assist in project strategy and discussions.
Collaborate with preconstruction managers to assess pricing and risk areas on major projects.
Develop and refine procurement strategies, including trade packaging and RFP development.
Advise on mechanical market trends, vendor capabilities, and buyout strategies.
Enhance and maintain relationships with mechanical trade partners for better procurement decisions.
Deliver training on mechanical systems and budgeting practices to the preconstruction team.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a multi-regional capacity with diverse projects.
Professional growth through internal training and expertise sharing.
Engagement with leading mechanical vendors in the market.
Exposure to large, complex projects that enhance professional skill sets.
Dynamic work environment that encourages collaborative problem-solving.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
The Senior Preconstruction Manager - Mechanical is a mechanical subject-matter expert who serves as a resource for Brasfield & Gorrie's preconstruction departments across all our regions. This role will support precon managers across projects by providing mechanical specific expertise, conceptual budgeting guidance, procurement strategy, vendor relationship knowledge, and training.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties include the following:
Serve as the preconstruction department's internal mechanical subject-matter expert, providing support on active pursuits and projects
Develop conceptual and schematic-level mechanical budgets to support early pursuit strategy, feasibility studies, and owner/design team conversations
Partner with lead preconstruction managers to validate mechanical scope, pricing assumptions, and risk areas on complex or large, high-risk projects
Help implement and refine procurement strategies, including trade packaging, early release packages, design-assist, RFP Development and bid leveling support
Leverage prior experience to advise on mechanical market conditions, production rates, vendor capabilities, and buyout strategy
Maintain and grow relationships with mechanical trade partners and vendors to support market intelligence and procurement decisions company-wide
Develop, teach, and deliver internal training on mechanical systems, estimating best practices, and conceptual budgeting for the broader preconstruction team
Capture, standardize, and maintain historical mechanical cost data, production rates, and benchmarking metrics from completed projects to improve the accuracy of future conceptual estimates
Participate in project reviews, estimate reviews, and risk assessment meetings as a mechanical advisor
Stay current on mechanical costs, systems, codes, technologies, and market trends
Travel may be necessary depending on project and regional support needs
Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical estimating, subcontracting, or mechanical preconstruction, ideally including experience working for a mechanical subcontractor or vendor
Deep knowledge of mechanical systems, installation methods, and production rates across mechanical & plumbing scopes
Strong working knowledge of mechanical vendor and subcontractor markets, with established relationships and clear vendor communication skills
Demonstrated experience developing conceptual/schematic-level mechanical budgets and estimates, particularly on large or complex projects
Strong analytical skills with the ability to organize and maintain historical cost data and benchmarking metrics
Proficiency with estimating and preconstruction software and Microsoft Office products
Self-directed and comfortable operating as a department-wide resource rather than a single-project team member
The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.
About Brasfield & Gorrie LLC
Brasfield & Gorrie is a construction company that provides general contracting, design-build, and construction management services. The company serves a variety of industries, including healthcare, commercial, education, and industrial. Brasfield & Gorrie has completed projects across the United States and has been recognized for its safety record and sustainability efforts. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.
