Pre-Construction Manager

Summary: Cleveland Construction is seeking a Pre-construction Manager / Senior Estimator to support to the Preconstruction and Estimating Departments for the Commercial General Contracting and Construction Management Division located in Cleveland, OH.(NOTE: We are hiring one person, but are open to the person sitting in Charlotte, NC or the Cleveland area in Mentor, OH.)Job ResponsibilitiesPerform budgeting exercise throughout each design milestone, from conceptual through construction documents.Anticipate the full scope of work required to complete a project, including costs, schedule and risk impacts.Understand appropriate contracting methods.Perform thorough document reviews, including geotechnical reports, phase I & II reports, hazardous material reports, schematic drawings, design development & construction drawings, specifications, etc.Develop project specific estimates utilizing subcontractor and vendor pricing, historical cost data and industry cost data sources (RS Means, etc.)Build and maintains positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, architects and engineersPerform detailed quantity takeoffs utilizing industry takeoff software and conventional meansDevelop project specific scopes of workDevelop project specific qualifications to be submitted to the Owner with RFP responses and/or BidsMentor estimators and teach estimating best practicesSkills/KnowledgeAbility to work cross functionally with departmentsAbility to work in a team environment and take the lead role on projectsEfficiently review documents and capture overall scope of workUnderstanding of construction means, methods and sequencesFamiliarity and general understanding of building structures and systemsAbility to read specifications and interpret construction drawingsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsResourceful, organized and self-motivatedCapacity to work well under pressure and deliver accurate information in a timely mannerAbility to assess risk on a variety of project scopes and geographic locationsComputer / TechnologyExcellent computer skills are a must, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project, Outlook, Power PointProficient in Microsoft ExcelFamiliar with construction take-off software such as On Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, etc.Ability to utilize online and cloud-based databases for research including construction related services such as Dodge, Construction Points, CDC, etc.Education / ExperienceA four (4) year degree from an accredited University5+ years of experience as a Preconstruction Manager or Estimator in the Commercial, Government or Institutional Space (Hospitality, Retail, Multi-Family, Office, Mixed-Use, Hospital, K-12, Government, etc.)Experience working in a traditional office environmentWillingness to learn and grow within the role, company and industryPhysical Demands / Working ConditionsSitting for long periods of time Completing tasks using a computer and other office equipmentPosition requires frequent talking, hearing, and vision with occasional standing, walking and reaching.May require lifting up to 10 lbs.Job position responsibilities are performed in a business office environment with computers, printers and phonesMilitary Friendly EmployerWe value the knowledge, skills and abilities you acquired in the military. Whether you are an active serve member transitioning or a military spouse, we want you to consider a rewarding career with Cleveland Construction, Inc. View the current of employment opportunities at Cleveland Construction.Cleveland Construction is an Equal Opportunity EmployerCleveland Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Cleveland Construction, Inc. that we will recruit, hire, transfer, train, compensate, layoff, terminate and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status, and we will ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.Employee BenefitsCleveland Construction, Inc. offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, training and development, opportunity for advancement and corporate support for field operations.