The purpose of this position is to lead Webcor preconstruction effort on a project including conceptual estimating, detailed estimating, scheduling, constructability analysis, value engineering, and coordination with VDC Team, subcontractor/supplier involvement, procurement, and transition to the construction team. The position requires active collaboration with owners, architects, engineers, consultants and suppliers to deliver a successful project. The Preconstruction Director will take an active role in regional industry organizations, develop and maintain subcontractor relationships, be knowledgeable regarding regional commodity markets and assist in the pursuit and development of new project opportunities. The Preconstruction Director will work with managers (i.e., Chief Estimator, Regional Manager, etc.) to ensure that the necessary resources are committed to complete the required preconstruction services. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work closely with the Project Sponsor, Construction Director and entire project team to ensure we meet the client’s expectations. Identify and provide the preconstruction services required by the customer and the project. Coordinate the involvement of estimators, schedulers, project managers, superintendents, MEP managers, VDC staff, and LEED accredited professionals during preconstruction to deliver preconstruction services required. The Preconstruction Director is responsible for ensuring that Webcor is properly represented at all project meetings with the owner, consultants, and design team. The Preconstruction Director shall keep the team informed of the project decisions, deliverables and action items. Reviews conceptual and programmatic design documents to determine both the nature and scope of the work to be performed. In order to prepare an accurate conceptual budget, the nature and extent of the scope of work must be identified. The Preconstruction Director should be able to examine conceptual or programmatic documents and develop a description of the various scopes of work required to complete the project. Support Business Development in the maintenance of customer relationships and in support of specific project pursuits. The Preconstruction Director will offer technical expertise and advice during the entire timeline from lead to prospect to pursuit. The Preconstruction Director should also make the time to strengthen existing customer relationships at all times, and not just during pursuit of particular projects. Subcontractor and Material Procurement (in support of the project team) project at the completion of the preconstruction phase. The role may include the solicitation and scoping of subcontractor bids or the writing of subcontracts, but at a minimum will include the review of Exhibit F for all major scopes of work. After procurement is complete, the Preconstruction Director will be available to serve as a resource for the project team for the remainder of the project. Webcor’s strong relationship with our subcontractors is crucial to the success of our organization, so the Preconstruction Director will work to develop and maintain subcontractor relations. Maintain and organize project records and documentation in a manner as to allow for the effective transmission of the record of the preconstruction effort to the construction team. This includes both electronic and hard copy documents, electronic mail, and drawings and specifications. TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Strong knowledge and understanding of design development, estimating and scheduling. Solid knowledge of the following software: WinEst, OST, Revit, SketchUp, AutoCAD, P6. Advanced user of MS Excel and other MS Office applications. Adept in quickly learning new software, related to drafting, modeling, estimating and scheduling. Working knowledge of construction drawings, costs and principles. Strong estimating experience, especially in historical costs and conceptual estimating. LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS REQUIRED Provide leadership to the project team that enables a collaborative environment. The Preconstruction Director will lead and manage the preconstruction phase by promoting an open dialogue between the team members. By an early identification, preferably in a project kick-off meeting of the stakeholders (owner, users, consultants, and agencies) the Preconstruction Director can properly communicate and collaborate with all team members. The Preconstruction Director is responsible for the coordination and completion of all deliverables during the preconstruction process. The Preconstruction Director needs to effectively communicate the scope and nature of the work to internal team members, such as estimators, schedulers, etc. The Preconstruction Director also needs to communicate his or her understanding of the nature and extent of the scope of work back to the project owner and design team in order to validate and align his or her description. Coordinate with the estimating department to provide cost and value management during design. The Preconstruction Director will direct and coordinate the estimating effort to deliver timely milestone estimates for the preconstruction team. The assistance of specific subcontractors will be enlisted as needed to assist with testing and confirming our in-house pricing. The Preconstruction Director will present all estimates and value added alternates to the owner and the design team in a format that meets the requirements of the project stakeholders. The exact format of the deliverables should be reviewed with the team in advance of the formal presentation. Coordinate with the Project Manager and Superintendent to provide Constructability Reviews during all phases of design. The Preconstruction Director will be responsible for reviewing and understanding the findings of the constructability reviews in order to present those findings, verbally and in writing, to the owner and design team. The completed constructability reviews should be presented in an easy to understand format that meets the needs of the owner and the design team. Coordinate with the Project Manager, Superintendent and the Scheduler to produce and maintain a detailed preconstruction schedule and a schematic construction schedule. The Preconstruction Director shall track the team’s progress towards each milestone and must remind team members of their deliverables. The Preconstruction Director is responsible for obtaining the input of the Project Manager and Superintendent and coordinating their involvement with the Scheduler. During preconstruction, the Preconstruction Director is also responsible for maintaining and updating the schedule. Examines and analyzes estimates, schedules and constructability reviews for accuracy and sufficiency. Coordinate the review process with regard to compliance with the qualifications in the RFP, fee and general conditions, insurance, bonds and specific references to the scope of work. He/she ensures compliance with the requirements in the prime contract. It is the responsibility of the Preconstruction Director to review the Prime Contract to ensure that Webcor’s preconstruction deliverables meet the requirements of the prime contract. Perform the steps necessary to set up the project in Webcor’s system and to prepare and submit pay applications during the preconstruction process. Prepare the monthly job cost statements. Actively participates in all design meetings with owners and architects during development of the design. Involve the subject matter experts within the organization to provide feedback directly to owners and architects during the design process to enhance the cost, schedule, quality, and constructability of a project. Coordinate the development and presentation of conceptual and detailed estimates to the owner and architect. In collaboration with the design team, leads the process for obtaining the highest quality systems, material and equipment for the lowest cost through the value engineering process. Solicits the internal (estimators, superintendents and project managers) and external (subcontractors and suppliers) resources to identify the best way to meet the customer’s need for the lowest cost. Coordinate with Estimating the involvement of subcontractors and suppliers during preconstruction. Identifies any direct long lead items during design. Develop a procurement strategy for the long lead items. Works in support of the project team during the procurement of subcontractors and material suppliers. Assists in the production of and reviews, subcontracts, and purchase orders. The Preconstruction Director leads the transition from the preconstruction phase to the construction phase by transferring information gained to the construction team members. This would include review of contract terms, estimates, schedules, value management, bid management (review subcontracts), etc. This effort will continue through buyout and includes the review of subcontracts prior to execution. Temporarily relocate to the jobsite office as required. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. Working knowledge of construction costs and principles. 15 years or more years of managing preconstruction projects in the construction market. Proven experience in both the private and public markets. The range of base pay is $215,000-$245,000. Actual pay is based on individual skill level and experience. Webcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Build your career at Webcor! Incredibly talented and highly-trained, our employees are Webcor's most important resource. That’s why we offer the tools and training that allow you to flourish. We’re looking for the best talent to contribute to our bright, energetic, and innovative teams. We hope that includes you!

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