Preconstruction Manager

Overview:

The Preconstruction Manager oversees the estimating department within the commercial, renewables, and industrial departments. Leading the process of developing cost estimates for projects. This role involves strategic planning, team leadership, and coordination with other departments to ensure accurate and competitive pricing.

Company Benefits:

• Company-paid health insurance (medical, dental, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance are provided)
• 100% 401k match (up to 5% of salary)
• Paid holiday & vacation time
• Educational assistance
• Various discount programs

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Leads and manages the estimating team, including hiring, training, and evaluating staff performance.
• Allocates project assignments and ensures resources are available for timely and accurate estimate completion.
• Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and standards to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversees the preparation of detailed cost estimates for Commercial, Renewables, and Industrial projects, including materials, labor, equipment, and other expenses.
• Collaborates with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather all necessary information for bid proposals.
• Reviews and approves estimates and proposals prepared by the estimating team.
• Maintains current knowledge of industry trends, costs, and practices to ensure competitive pricing.
• Develop and manage relationships with vendors and subcontractors to obtain the best pricing and service agreements.
• Implements software and technology solutions to enhance the estimating process.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory and company standards throughout the estimating process.
• Analyze project outcomes to identify areas for improvement in future estimates.
• Cross-train in all facets of the Division, preparing to fill in for anyone absent and grow in responsibility and scope over time.

The person in this role will uphold the culture of J.F. Electric, including relationship building with customers as well as general behavior on J.F. Electric or client premises or at J.F. Electric sponsored events.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 plus years of experience in estimating, with at least 4 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening, including drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, education verification, background screening, and skills assessments.

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily an office-based role; however, occasional site visits may require walking, standing, and light lifting.
• Ability to work long hours, particularly during critical bidding periods.

The physical requirements may vary depending on the industry and the specific nature of the work environment. The person in this role should be capable of meeting the physical demands associated with the industry in which they operate.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel to project sites, client meetings, and industry conferences may be required.
• Travel frequency and duration vary based on project and company needs.

At J.F. Electric, Inc. we are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. We believe that having a diverse workforce exposes us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, address challenges, and to deliver exceptional service.

J.F. Electric IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is the policy of J.F. Electric and all affiliate entities that all applicants for employment shall be given fair and equal consideration, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or national origin, except that minimum age limits imposed by law are observed. If selected for employment, a prospective employee must provide satisfactory references and successfully complete all contingent requirements of any offer letter and meet applicable pre-employment requirements.