What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preconstruction Engineer position at Russell Co.?
Brief Description
Russell is a professional services firm providing construction and development services across the Midwest. Since its inception in 1983, Russell’s culture promotes a collaborative work environment that strives to exceed our clients’ expectations and provide life-time career opportunities for our professionals.
Headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, with offices in St. Louis and Springfield, Missouri and Overland Park, Kansas, Russell has delivered more than $7 billion in projects across 34 states. We remain a market leader in our core markets, including new construction and complex additions and renovations.
At Russell, we are creating more than a project - we are building great people, relationships, and communities.
Life at Russell
The number one response we receive when we ask our team members what they like about Russell is the culture. Russell team members describe working here as being more flexible than any place they’ve ever worked. They feel supported and support each other. They have fun. They are empowered to get their work done how they see fit. And most of all, they know they can continue their careers here because of the rich development tools available to them. Life at Russell is full of opportunities.
How You’ll Contribute
The Preconstruction Engineer will be responsible for supporting the preconstruction team including take-offs, estimate preparation, subcontractor outreach, and data management while being actively mentored and developed by senior team members.
Essential Duties
- Perform quantity take-offs under supervision of Preconstruction Managers and Estimators.
- Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets and bid packages.
- Conduct subcontractor outreach and collect bid information.
- Support design review, constructability analysis and data tracking.
- Participate in client and design team meetings as appropriate.
- Learn company systems, processes and standards through hands-on training.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or related field.
- 0-3 years of experience in construction, estimating or internships.
- Strong desire to learn and build a career in preconstruction.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and exposure to estimating software a plus.
- Strong communication skills are essential.
- Excellent organizational skills are important.
