Preconstruction Manager

D|Watts Construction is a premier commercial general contractor specializing in high-end corporate office spaces. Currently generating $100 million in annual revenue, we are embarking on an ambitious growth journey to expand into multiple locations and scale to $500 million in revenue. With a reputation for excellence, precision, and client satisfaction, we aim to transform our industry and set new benchmarks for quality and service.

We are seeking a highly driven and strategic Preconstruction Manager to help grow our estimating department. This role offers a unique opportunity to build and optimize systems, develop scalable processes, and be a key player in shaping the future of a dynamic and growing company.

Responsibilities

Preliminary Estimates

• Performing in-house take offs and collecting subcontractor input to create preliminary estimates from conceptual plans and notes.
• Maintaining a database of historical trade by trade unit rates and cost trends.

Firm Pricing Packages

• Manages the bid process from start to finish. Reviews RFP and critical dates. Coordinates the marketing and project management teams support as required for a complete bid package response.
• Creates bid instructions and or scope of work for subcontractor pricing.
• Site visits, RFP/RFI development and document distribution during the bidding process.
• Ensure adequate subcontractor coverage. Receive, file and save proposals.
• Finalize low bid scopes, pricing notes and final competitive bids for construction projects.
• Negotiates final pricing, clarifications and contract amounts.

Project Management Coordination

• Organize and prepare all pre-bid documentation, ready for hand off.
• Provide hand off folder to include all pertinent information for PM teams.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of related experience is required.
• Strong math skills including algebra, geometry, and basic arithmetic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to walk clients through cost estimates, assumptions, and cost saving ideas.
• Ability to create detailed estimates from conceptual plans and notes.
• Ability to navigate specifications and plans.
• The ability to develop a list of pre-bid RFI’s.
• Ability to solicit, collect, final scope subcontractor proposals to create full pricing packages from a final set of pricing documents.
• Close attention to detail
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building and optimizing systems and teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Leadership Attributes:

• High integrity and a strong sense of accountability.
• Visionary leader who can inspire and drive teams to achieve ambitious goals.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Adaptable and resilient, thriving in a high growth, evolving business landscape.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to join a company at a pivotal moment in its history. As Preconstruction Manager, you’ll play a central role in shaping and growing the organization’s new estimating department.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus structure tied to company growth and profitability.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.

Join us in shaping the future of high-end corporate office construction. Be part of a growth story where your leadership and expertise will make a tangible impact.