Suffolk Construction
Senior Preconstruction Manager - Data Centers
Suffolk Construction, Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070
Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. As an end-to-end business, Suffolk provides exceptional value throughout the entire project lifecycle by combining core construction management services with vertical service lines that include real estate capital investment, design, self-perform construction services, technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies), and innovation research and development.
About Us:
Suffolk is recognized as America's Contractor, boasting over $5.0 billion in annual revenue and a talented team of around 2,600 employees across various major cities. Our projects span diverse industry sectors including healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, transportation/aviation, government, mission critical, and commercial. Led by our founder, chairman, and CEO John Fish, we take pride in managing some of the most sophisticated projects in the country. Join our ranks and be a part of our success! Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic Senior Preconstruction Manager to guide and oversee construction opportunities from the RFP stage through estimating and preconstruction, leading up to a successful buyout and purchasing phase before transitioning the project to Operations. This role will require close collaboration with Corporate Operational leadership, Estimating, and key internal and external stakeholders to ensure comprehensive and effective proposal development during the project pursuit and pre-construction stages. Key Responsibilities: Lead all project pursuit and pre-construction deliverables starting from the project’s inception in collaboration with Corporate and Operational leadership. Thoroughly review project documentation for quality, content, and constructability. Identify necessary deliverables for project pursuit and pre-construction, assigning tasks to the appropriate stakeholders. Manage project timelines, establishing deadlines to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables to clients. Work with corporate marketing to craft compelling proposal documents as needed. Maintain strong client relationships throughout the project pursuit and pre-construction phases to foster success. Evaluate potential risk factors and discuss these with management. Facilitate constructability resolutions and seek pricing for alternative design concepts. Oversee the development of preliminary construction schedules in alignment with cost estimates. Review cost models during pre-construction and bidding periods. Assist in the preparation of contract documents. Engage with Operations leadership, scheduling, estimating, legal, cost control, and procurement teams. Monitor design progress to ensure alignment with defined cost, schedule, and quality criteria, revising proposals and addressing constructability issues as necessary. Qualifications: Degree in Construction, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction industry. Desirable multidisciplinary experience across Preconstruction, Estimating, and Operations. Experience in estimating and scheduling is preferred. Familiarity with computer-based estimating systems is advantageous. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. Proficient in problem-solving while effectively mitigating conflicts between parties. Represent the company positively and professionally in all interactions. Coordinate responsibilities of team members in preparing estimates and budgets. Understand and adhere to client-specific standards. Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will spend time in an office environment with varying noise levels. The role requires frequent sitting, talking, and the use of hands for keyboarding and writing, along with the ability to walk and perform visual tasks such as depth perception and adjusting focus. Suffolk is dedicated to equality and provides equal employment opportunities to all its employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, age, or any other status protected by law.
Suffolk is recognized as America's Contractor, boasting over $5.0 billion in annual revenue and a talented team of around 2,600 employees across various major cities. Our projects span diverse industry sectors including healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, transportation/aviation, government, mission critical, and commercial. Led by our founder, chairman, and CEO John Fish, we take pride in managing some of the most sophisticated projects in the country. Join our ranks and be a part of our success! Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic Senior Preconstruction Manager to guide and oversee construction opportunities from the RFP stage through estimating and preconstruction, leading up to a successful buyout and purchasing phase before transitioning the project to Operations. This role will require close collaboration with Corporate Operational leadership, Estimating, and key internal and external stakeholders to ensure comprehensive and effective proposal development during the project pursuit and pre-construction stages. Key Responsibilities: Lead all project pursuit and pre-construction deliverables starting from the project’s inception in collaboration with Corporate and Operational leadership. Thoroughly review project documentation for quality, content, and constructability. Identify necessary deliverables for project pursuit and pre-construction, assigning tasks to the appropriate stakeholders. Manage project timelines, establishing deadlines to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables to clients. Work with corporate marketing to craft compelling proposal documents as needed. Maintain strong client relationships throughout the project pursuit and pre-construction phases to foster success. Evaluate potential risk factors and discuss these with management. Facilitate constructability resolutions and seek pricing for alternative design concepts. Oversee the development of preliminary construction schedules in alignment with cost estimates. Review cost models during pre-construction and bidding periods. Assist in the preparation of contract documents. Engage with Operations leadership, scheduling, estimating, legal, cost control, and procurement teams. Monitor design progress to ensure alignment with defined cost, schedule, and quality criteria, revising proposals and addressing constructability issues as necessary. Qualifications: Degree in Construction, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction industry. Desirable multidisciplinary experience across Preconstruction, Estimating, and Operations. Experience in estimating and scheduling is preferred. Familiarity with computer-based estimating systems is advantageous. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. Proficient in problem-solving while effectively mitigating conflicts between parties. Represent the company positively and professionally in all interactions. Coordinate responsibilities of team members in preparing estimates and budgets. Understand and adhere to client-specific standards. Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will spend time in an office environment with varying noise levels. The role requires frequent sitting, talking, and the use of hands for keyboarding and writing, along with the ability to walk and perform visual tasks such as depth perception and adjusting focus. Suffolk is dedicated to equality and provides equal employment opportunities to all its employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, age, or any other status protected by law.