Pre-Construction Manager

Rural King Supply•Mattoon, IL

1d•$120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Preconstruction Manager leads all preconstruction activities for assigned projects, focusing on project scope requirements, budget and cost estimation, bid management, schedule planning, vendor agreements, and risk analysis. This role ensures project success by aligning design intent with accurate cost data and achievable schedules, while facilitating effective collaboration among stakeholders with value engineered design, and seamless handoff.

Requirements

5+ years of commercial construction experience with at least 3 years in preconstruction roles.
Demonstrated ability to develop budgets and schedules for multiple multi-million-dollar projects at a program level.
Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, building systems, and market pricing.
Strong work ethic, highly organized, results-driven, with great verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to interact with the team in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
Proficient in project management software, estimating software, scheduling tools and Microsoft Excel & Word.
Flexibility with hours: the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, and weekends as business needs dictate.
Good visual acuity and ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to lift, push, and/or pull a minimum of 30 pounds.
Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
Ability to travel to project sites throughout multiple states.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all preconstruction phases from design review through project handoff to construction project manager.
Develop comprehensive scope requirements to support precise design and budget development.
Develop detailed project budgets from conceptual to final budgets.
Provide value engineering and constructability reviews to optimize project cost and schedule without compromising quality.
Prepare and update project schedules to align with milestones, procurement, municipality, and construction activities.
Manage the estimating process, scope development, including quantity take-offs, invitations to bid, and analysis of proposals.
Proposal buyout, negotiate, and create awarded contractor and vendor agreements.
Identify project risks, develop mitigation plans, communicate impact, and implement action plans to reduce or eliminate impact.
Determine requirements, scope and timelines with multiple municipalities jurisdictions and utility companies.
Review tenant improvement documents and ensure design plans are aligned with delivery requirements.
Assist or lead in a project management role for RKR 3rd party locations and RK Stores as needed.
May be required to cross-train and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%
Healthcare plans to support your needs
Virtual doctor visits
Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program
15% Associate Discount
Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
Associate Assistance Program
RK Cares Associate Hardship Program
24/7 Chaplaincy Services
Company paid YMCA Family Membership