Contrack Watts, Inc.

Electrical Preconstruction Manager – Hybrid Work Option

Contrack Watts, Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Des Moines • Iowa • United States

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Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Responsible for developing accurate and detailed estimates, scheduling, strategy, and communication throughout preconstruction process
  • Review weekly preconstruction process to ensure progress is on schedule; initiate changes to remain on schedule; advise project team of issues that may pose a cost or schedule impact
  • Make decisions in a timely manner; understand when to involve upper management in decisions; assess level of risk and consequences associated
  • Collaborate with operations, business development, preconstruction team members and other stakeholders to ensure projects are turned over for success with the expected level of profitability
  • Understand the clients’ needs to manage the process efficiently, ensure timely completion, understand local logistics/subcontractor and supplier market, and how BIM/LEED/LEAN can be best utilized
  • Lead preconstruction meetings, when appropriate
  • Adhere to all company policies, standards, and procedures
  • Other duties and projects as assigned
  • Business travel will be required

Requirements

  • A college degree in a construction related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Seven to ten years of extensive estimating or preconstruction experience is required
  • Experience in a fast-paced business environment is helpful
  • Proven history of leading, teaching, developing, and mentoring others successfully, is helpful
  • Project management and Commissioning experience is preferred
  • Independent judgment, business acumen, autonomy, client relations, negotiation, decision making, conflict resolution, problem solving, effective internal and external communication, project management, tact, adaptability and analytical abilities are all necessary skills for a Preconstruction Manager
  • Proficiency with operating systems and basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
  • Employee must have experience with onscreen takeoffs and the ability to learn other specific software
Benefits
  • Competitive Pay
  • Rewarding Bonus Program
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
  • Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Fully Paid Parental Leave
  • Voluntary Products including: Pet Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
  • Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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