What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preconstruction Manager position at Metropolitan Management Group?
Department: Estimating
Location: Metropolitan Companies Fort Washington
Metropolitan Companies is looking for a Preconstruction Manager to join our team! The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for estimating work for mid-rise multi-family construction projects. This position is required to estimate labor, time, and materials of construction projects by analyzing blueprints, specifications, and proposals to compute the overall cost of the project. This position is ideal for a multi-family construction superintendent or project manager looking for the next step in their career. We have a competitive package that includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability), holiday pay, paid time off, bonus, 401k, and more. If you are flexible, motivated and want to join a growing company, then this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities
- Review blueprints, product specifications, and utilize company software to accurately determine time, cost, labor, and quantities of materials needed for projects.
- Work with architects as needed for changes, questions, etc. on blueprints and building plan documents.
- Prepare detailed cost estimates of materials by analyzing plans and specifications.
- Utilize spreadsheets and company software to input dimensions and other data to calculate projected costs of proposed projects.
- Solicit and review subcontractor proposals and assist with contract negotiations.
- Document total materials needed and contact information necessary to process orders.
- Consult with clients, vendors, and personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates.
- Perform quality take-offs.
- Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation for the duration of the project.
- Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services through the duration of the project.
- Send out bids and track actual costs relative to bids as project develops.
- Perform other duties as assigned and required.
Competencies:
- Ability to multi-task and estimate multiple projects at a time.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented.
- HS diploma or GED
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred
- 5 years’ experience in commercial multi-family & mid-rise construction
- Proficiency with Microsoft office
- Ability to read blueprints
- Ability to travel to job sites as needed
- 5 years’ experience estimating in the construction industry
- Previous experience with Stack, Procore, Pro Est, Building Connected, Adobe, Revu, Bluebeam, AutoCAD/Auto Desk
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability)
- Health Savings Plan (HSA)
- 401k Plan-Match
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Bonus Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
