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Mechanical Preconstruction Manager
Des Moines, IowaThe Weitz Company is hiring a Mechanical Preconstruction Manager to join our growing team! The Mechanical Preconstruction Manager is responsible for providing outstanding customer service and setting up medium-size to large, complex projects for success through delivery of preconstruction services. Value should be provided to customers by leading the project team, predicting cost and schedule, advocating for owners, and seamlessly transitioning preconstruction services to the operations team. This role will also provide oversight and leadership to team members.
This role can be based out of any Weitz office locations including:
- Des Moines, IA
- Denver, CO
- Phoenix, AZ
- West Palm Beach, FL
The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.
What You’ll Do:
- Responsible for accuracy of all estimating, scheduling, strategy, and communication throughout preconstruction process
- Review all estimates for accuracy, detail, and expectations
- Review weekly preconstruction process to ensure progress is on schedule; initiate changes to remain on schedule; advise leadership of issues that may pose a cost or schedule impact
- Coordinate building systems and schedules with Operations to plan and budget for safety on each project
- Make decisions in a timely manner; understand when to involve upper management in decisions; assess level of risk and the consequences associated
- Collaborate with operations, business development, preconstruction, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are turned over for success with the expected level of profitability
- Understand the clients’ needs to manage the process efficiently, ensure timely completion, understand local logistics/subcontractor and supplier market, and how BIM/LEED/LEAN can be best utilized
- Lead preconstruction meetings when needed
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience:
- 4+ years of extensive estimating and/or project management construction experience required
- Experience in a fast-paced environment
- Experience leading others while providing opportunities for growth, development, and mentorship
- Skills:
- Excellent leadership skills with a desire to mentor, coach, and develop a team
- Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines
- Detail-oriented, adaptable, and highly organized
- Strong negotiation skills,
- Solid construction knowledge and estimating skills
- Comfortable presenting
- Ability to resolve conflict and come up with solutions
- High level of professionalism and tact
- Strong business acumen and relationship building skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Technology:
- Solid systems experience with On-Screen takeoff, Win Est, SureTrak, Prolog, BIM, and JDE is preferred for this role.
- Training will be provided on company standards.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Rewarding Bonus Program
- Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
- Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Fully Paid Parental Leave
- Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
- Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.
The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.
The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.
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