Preconstruction Manager

C1S Group, Inc. is looking for a Preconstruction Manager to work closely with Architects, Engineers, Owners, and Subcontractors to effectively determine client needs and develop accurate and timely proposals and estimates for our manufacturing and commercial clients. You will be responsible for preparing various types of estimates for conceptual, competitively bid, and change order scopes.

At C1S, every project is different and presents new challenges that require critical thinking and creative problem-solving. Our compensation and benefits are among the best in the industry. C1S pays 100% of employee premiums for medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and long and short-term disability insurance. We provide 15 days of paid time off and 8 paid holidays. We match our 401k at 100% up to 6% of annual compensation with immediate vesting. C1S pays for all continuing education and licensure for our team. We also share the financial success of our projects through a project incentive plan. C1S Group has been consistently ranked as one of the best companies to work for in the US (Outside Magazine and Inc. Magazine). Check out our website to learn more about who we are and what we do.

JOB DUTIES:

Analyze and compile estimate data that impacts the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location, and other factors to ensure a high-quality and timely estimate.
Review drawings, specifications, and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in the final project estimate.
Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase the competitiveness of the bid.
Perform and review “take-off” quantities to ensure the accuracy of data used in estimates.
Perform and review the bid schedule.
Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete the estimate.
Present estimates and participate in bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Communicate with owners, subcontractors, and public and private entities to ensure competitiveness.
Communicate estimates and other factors to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure an understanding of the scope of the job, schedule, and critical means and methods of construction.
Participate in and lead design-build preconstruction services to ensure high quality, competitive estimates, and schedules.
Participate in and lead means and method discussions, being the catalyst to drive creative thinking and innovative ideas that distinguish a successful estimate.
Contribute and be recognized as a subject matter expert (SME).
Support business development efforts through participation in industry associations and client interactions.
Manage, coach, and train direct reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, business administration, or another relevant field.
Ten (10) or more years of construction experience.
Experience preparing detailed conceptual estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility-level documentation.
Firm grasp of unit costs and factors affecting costs.
Ability to prepare detailed instructions for bidders.
Ability to be active in the preparation and presentation of budget/cost to client.
Ability to lead and facilitate Value Engineering sessions with the project team and design team.
Ability to lead RFP estimate process and proposal with support from business development, marketing, and project teams.
Ability to identify key concerns and evaluate risk for the company as well as clients.
Advanced knowledge of estimating software.
Proficient with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Scheduling software.

PHYSICAL & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

May require lifting and carrying items up to 20 lbs.
Sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Minimal travel to client locations for bid meetings.

COMPETENCIES:

Collaborator - Actively contributes to the team to complete tasks, meet goals, and manage projects, understanding that the team's success is paramount to personal and professional growth.
Responsiveness & Timeliness - Ability to meet deadlines and respond to internal and external requests in a timely manner.
Leadership - Guide, train, and coach team members.
Align with C1S Core Values

C1S GROUP, INC.'S CORE VALUES:

We are SAFE: Proactive, Intentional, Uncompromising commitment to safety
We are REAL: Honest, Trustworthy, Genuine, Serve with Integrity and Humility
We are SELF-PROPELLED: Driven, Determined, Passionate, Never Satisfied
We MAKE IT HAPPEN: Resourceful, Flexible, Finish What You Start
We WALK OUR TALK: Dependable, Committed, Steady, Do What We Say We’ll Do
We WORK HARD & PLAY HARD: Have Fun, Enjoy Life, Laugh Often, Strive for Balance

Accepting Applications.