Company: Barton Malow Builders

Job Location: Charlotte, NC

Position:  Preconstruction Manager/Sr. Estimator

Requisition ID: 10878

The Preconstruction Manager/Sr. Estimator has knowledge or prolonged learning in estimating, engineering or similar fields of education. The Estimator must be a flexible and adaptable team-player, as well as have communication and client service skills.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Preconstruction Manager/Sr Estimator ensures preconstruction standard practices are adhered to by the overall preconstruction team.  This position also supports the preconstruction teams continue to advance the organization in the latest technology-based processes and strategies.   

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Interacts and effectively communicates with team members
• Participates in authoring select work scopes
• Grows and maintains strong network of owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors and vendors

• Understands Value Engineering/Value Management process and relation to/impact on multiple building components
• Participates in Request for Proposal process

• Participates in design meetings and assists with overall project coordination/schedule
• Participates in one-on-one sales interviews (trades and clients)

• Leads estimating efforts for all size projects at all stages (Concept, Schematic Design, Design Development, etc.) and lump sum bid projects for majority of Barton Malow Builders business plan markets

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent professional experience
• 8 years’ experience in construction estimating preferred
• Experience in developing and implementing value engineering solutions to drive down project costs for the Owner while maintaining a high level of construction quality.
• Working knowledge of trades: scope, time frames, field execution and potential risks/exposures
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge about estimating processes and delivery method