Clayco Birmingham , AL 35202
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Senior Mechanical Preconstruction Manager will participates in all aspects of the preconstruction process for mechanical systems to develop accurate, detailed cost estimates, often based on conceptual or schematic designs with a focus on heavy/ advanced manufacturing, industrial and mission critical projects. This role is expected to interact with engineers, architects, consultants, owner's representatives, subcontractors, suppliers, a multi-discipline estimating team, senior management, project supervision, and field personnel.
Specific Responsibilities:
Responsible for the collection and distribution of bid documentation relative to RFPs, and solicitation for bid requests using online platform (AutoDesk Building Connected)
Assist in gathering information to complete Bid Qualification and Criteria requirements
Attend pre-bid meetings to become familiar with unique project requirements and analyze existing site conditions to determine required scope that is not already indicated
Review and interpret project documents to determine job-specific material, equipment, and labor requirements for scope development
Prepare written scopes of work for subcontracts and suppliers and coordinate mechanical scopes with the work of other trades (e.g., civil, structural, architectural, electrical, etc.)
Participate in pre-proposal design coordination meetings to support the development of pricing documents for conceptual estimates
Perform constructability analysis of project documents. Communicate design and constructability issues to the project team, while identifying risk elements and appropriate mitigation measures
Provide viable design alternatives and value engineering propositions with analysis supporting benefits to initial and life cycle cost, schedule, maintenance, etc.
Perform quantity survey of mechanical systems and components using digitized software, and apply industry standard labor rates (e.g., MCAA, PHCC, etc.) to develop accurate cost estimates
Evaluate vendor and subcontractor for conformance with proposal requirements; level scopes and identify low cost/ best value responses while capturing assumptions, rationale, inclusions, exclusions, etc.
Prepare estimates used for bidding and budgeting purposes (including self-performed work); participate in internal estimate review process and assist with final recap of estimate for presentation to senior management
Support project management tasks, including budgeting, schedule development, interim design review, change order pricing, procurement, value engineering, and vendor selection based on proposal development
Coordinate with project teams to evaluate productivity for historical data and schedule/ cost forecasting purposes
Maintain and improve supplier and subcontractor database utilizing the company's prequalification program
Supervise junior estimators, estimating assistants and/or Interns; providing training and support in a mentoring capacity and review work products for quality control
Assist in the organization and maintenance of estimating software material cost databases to ensure accurate costs are consistently utilized on bids; communicate data on construction and material cost trends affecting project costs to project teams
Identify opportunities for improvement in departmental processes, approach, and execution of estimating and preconstruction functions; assist in creating or adopting new tools to maximize productivity with the lowest attendant value of acceptable risk
Education/Experience/Attributes/Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or a combination of education (including trade schools) and professional experience.
10+ years experience in preconstruction/ estimating with a focus on mechanical systems (i.e., Fire Protection, HVAC, Plumbing, Piping)
Exhibits inclusive leadership and teamwork behavior, and values diverse perspectives from team members
Demonstrated experience in the successful management of bidding process for conceptual estimates with a preferred emphasis on heavy/ advanced manufacturing, industrial and mission critical markets
Working knowledge of codes and standards applicable to the design and installation of mechanical systems
Working knowledge of construction contract language and terms in addition to various contractual delivery methods (e.g., negotiated, hard bid, design assist, GMP, etc.)
Possesses strong technical writing, math and computer skills with proficiency using standard office software applications such as BlueBeam, Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint to support estimating efforts
Proficiency using estimating software with a preference for Trimble products
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