When you join Tusco, you not only become a member of one of the most respected perimeter security solutions teams, but you also become a member of the Tusco family. If you are motivated to achieve success with a rapidly growing security solutions leader Tusco is interested in you! 

Tusco has become an award-winning organization through PERFORMANCE excellence, shared EXPERIENCE, a positive ATTITUDE and trusting RELATIONSHIPS which defines our Core Values. If you feel you align with these attributes let’s talk!

We are currently seeking:

Preconstruction Manager

The Preconstruction Manager will collect and analyze information to estimate costs of products and services for assigned projects. In addition, the Preconstruction Manager shall develop and strengthen relationships with our vendor, subcontractors, and clients to promote and grow our business.

Responsibilities

• Estimating

  • Job site visits when appropriate and assemble After Action Report (AAR)
  • Ensure deadlines are met both for review and submittal of proposals.
  • Fill out Tusco Prebid Scope Checklist in a complete and accurate manners.
  • Fill out Tusco Prebid Scope and socialize this information.
  • Estimate project with 100% bid validation including quantity take-off, vendor solicitation and subcontractor solicitation.
  • Communicate with vendors and subcontractor to ensure we have the necessary proposals for a complete and comprehensive proposal.
  • Plan and prepare for pre-bid strategy meetings.
  • Review completed bids (both Bid Estimate Form and Commercial Proposal) with Director of Preconstruction
  • Attend and actively participate in the weekly Preconstruction meetings.
  • Ensure information on Master Bid & Sales Log is current and accurate.
  • Ensure information on FollowUp CRM is current, accurate and complete.

  Sales

  • Discuss sales strategy with Director of Preconstruction, Director of Physical Security and Director of Business Development on current estimates.
  • Responsible for all Follow up calls, communication with customers and closing the sale of recently submitted bids / proposals.
  • Responsible for following Preconstruction Procedures’ timelines.
  • Notify Director of Preconstruction of sales so that the project setup process and handoff can be completed in a timely manner.

  Preconstruction

  • Upon project setup of any awarded project, ensure all appropriate information is set up properly in Project file for smooth transition and turnover to Project Management and Operations Team.
  • Review and approve scope portion of Contract or Purchase Order (PO) with Director of Operations and other QAQC Managers
  • Meet with Director of Preconstruction for assembly of Master Tracking Form on all projects.
  • Responsible for preparing agenda and supporting documents for Turnover Meeting to assigned Project Manager and Operations Team

  Change Orders

  • Support Project Management as required with document review, assembly, and submittal of change order(s). Including quantity takeoff and pricing solicitation from vendors and subcontractors
  • Review proposed change orders with Director of Preconstruction
  • Submit to Project Management and Director of Physical Security for final review and approval.

  Other

  • Make suggestions to senior management for any improvements to the estimating/preconstruction/sales process.
  • Assist with Preconstruction team’s productivity and motivate same to reach daily/weekly/monthly goals.
  • Develop goals with assistance of Director of Preconstruction for leads, bids, and sales.
  • Take ownership of all tasks and take initiative to go above and beyond what is asked.
  • Embody Tusco core values in all aspects of this role.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Excellent analytical skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
  • Bluebeam or similar software for Estimating quantities.
  • FollowUp CRM or similar software.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Working knowledge of CAD and or Revit is beneficial.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Travel as needed

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Building Construction, Engineering, Business, or related job experience
  • Three years of related experience preferred.

  Physical Requirements:

  • Potentially prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

What we offer

Tusco employees have access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), career development classes, paid time off and many more benefits.

About Tusco, Inc.

Established in 1974, Tusco, Inc. has become one of the nation’s leading and most respected perimeter security solutions contractors, providing sales and installation of crash rated fencing and gates, wedge barriers, bollards, drop arms, structured cabling, video surveillance, and access control systems. Tusco also provides services in systems integration and perimeter security site assessments and consulting.

Our performance history includes job locations that span from West coast to East coast as well as select international sites where we have provided state of the art perimeter security solutions to clients such as government agencies, including the FBI, DEA, and EPA, military bases, data centers, state capitol and federal buildings, universities, industrial facilities, spectator sports venues, office complexes, multifamily unit developments, churches, schools, and many others.