McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
Preconstruction Director - Water & Wastewater Construction
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Preconstruction Director - Water & Wastewater Construction
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McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee‑owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide‑ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high‑performing individuals and teams through award‑winning training programs, a best‑in‑class Total Rewards benefits program, and a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values: Genuine, We, Not I, All In.
Purpose & Culture
Live our core values by delivering on our promises with honesty and integrity.
Be employee‑owned and personally invested in building the things people need in their communities.
Foster genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
Respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.
Preconstruction & Design Phase Responsibilities
Lead collaborative delivery projects (CMAR and Progressive Design Build) through the preconstruction phase.
Lead a Fixed‑Price Design Build project after award.
Prepare or oversee the preparation of preconstruction schedules with buy‑in from internal departments.
Interface with owners and designers to maintain schedule and keep internal departments informed of schedule changes.
Lead the development of cost estimates at all design milestones (10% to 100%).
Understand treatment plant process and fill in design gaps for completion of estimates as well as coordination between scopes.
Coordinate the development and review of Self‑Perform Estimates for Concrete, Misc Metals & FRP Installation, Process Piping, Process Equipment Installation, Earthwork, Underground Piping.
Lead the development of a GMP.
Manage risk identification and mitigation, internal estimate reviews, and project team coordination and status meetings.
Present deliverables to the owner in a complete and organized manner per McCarthy and owner guidelines.
Provide alternative solutions considering cost, schedule, maintenance, and life‑cycle cost implications.
Develop Trade Partner and Vendor relationships, assist in pre‑qualification, and maintain budget control during construction.
Represent McCarthy in design and coordination meetings, maintain action and scope issue logs, and compile pricing.
Assist project team in design decisions and solution development.
Review construction schedule and ensure timely preparation of General Conditions and coordination of trade packages.
Manage all aspects of risk and define such for the executive team.
Track and manage construction budget between formal estimating periods.
Act as the team liaison between operations, estimating, and design management.
Lead development and training of other preconstruction staff.
Manage relationship management plan with owners and key stakeholders in covered markets.
Build and maintain relationships with design engineers and subcontractors to obtain competitive advantage for McCarthy.
Attend industry events and represent McCarthy professionally.
Maintain knowledge of cost elements of projects and implement all applicable safety, EEO, and affirmative action programs.
Construction Phase Responsibilities
Work with construction teams to maintain dialogue and receive feedback for future preconstruction efforts.
Monitor productivity, budgets vs. actual costs, and labor rates for incorporation into current and future estimates.
Assist team with clarifying scope of a budget and how scope was bought.
Assist in reconciling costs with final design documents where a GMP was provided at an early design milestone.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, and/or 10+ years of applicable estimating, design management, or field management experience.
Proven experience managing preconstruction for large‑scale projects ($100M+) with emphasis on highly complex projects.
In‑depth knowledge of water/wastewater construction principles/practices.
Experience managing and negotiating subcontracts and purchase orders.
Experience developing and managing relationships with owners, design teams, trade partners, and vendors.
Experience leading successful team ventures, including employee development and maintaining relationships with external entities and subcontractor community.
Highly motivated self‑starter focused on results.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Ability to build trust and influence others internally and externally.
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values.
Maintains a “value‑added” approach to preconstruction.
Strong communication skills with ability to address varied audiences.
Strong presentation skills.
McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee‑owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide‑ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high‑performing individuals and teams through award‑winning training programs, a best‑in‑class Total Rewards benefits program, and a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values: Genuine, We, Not I, All In.
Purpose & Culture
Live our core values by delivering on our promises with honesty and integrity.
Be employee‑owned and personally invested in building the things people need in their communities.
Foster genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
Respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.
Preconstruction & Design Phase Responsibilities
Lead collaborative delivery projects (CMAR and Progressive Design Build) through the preconstruction phase.
Lead a Fixed‑Price Design Build project after award.
Prepare or oversee the preparation of preconstruction schedules with buy‑in from internal departments.
Interface with owners and designers to maintain schedule and keep internal departments informed of schedule changes.
Lead the development of cost estimates at all design milestones (10% to 100%).
Understand treatment plant process and fill in design gaps for completion of estimates as well as coordination between scopes.
Coordinate the development and review of Self‑Perform Estimates for Concrete, Misc Metals & FRP Installation, Process Piping, Process Equipment Installation, Earthwork, Underground Piping.
Lead the development of a GMP.
Manage risk identification and mitigation, internal estimate reviews, and project team coordination and status meetings.
Present deliverables to the owner in a complete and organized manner per McCarthy and owner guidelines.
Provide alternative solutions considering cost, schedule, maintenance, and life‑cycle cost implications.
Develop Trade Partner and Vendor relationships, assist in pre‑qualification, and maintain budget control during construction.
Represent McCarthy in design and coordination meetings, maintain action and scope issue logs, and compile pricing.
Assist project team in design decisions and solution development.
Review construction schedule and ensure timely preparation of General Conditions and coordination of trade packages.
Manage all aspects of risk and define such for the executive team.
Track and manage construction budget between formal estimating periods.
Act as the team liaison between operations, estimating, and design management.
Lead development and training of other preconstruction staff.
Manage relationship management plan with owners and key stakeholders in covered markets.
Build and maintain relationships with design engineers and subcontractors to obtain competitive advantage for McCarthy.
Attend industry events and represent McCarthy professionally.
Maintain knowledge of cost elements of projects and implement all applicable safety, EEO, and affirmative action programs.
Construction Phase Responsibilities
Work with construction teams to maintain dialogue and receive feedback for future preconstruction efforts.
Monitor productivity, budgets vs. actual costs, and labor rates for incorporation into current and future estimates.
Assist team with clarifying scope of a budget and how scope was bought.
Assist in reconciling costs with final design documents where a GMP was provided at an early design milestone.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, and/or 10+ years of applicable estimating, design management, or field management experience.
Proven experience managing preconstruction for large‑scale projects ($100M+) with emphasis on highly complex projects.
In‑depth knowledge of water/wastewater construction principles/practices.
Experience managing and negotiating subcontracts and purchase orders.
Experience developing and managing relationships with owners, design teams, trade partners, and vendors.
Experience leading successful team ventures, including employee development and maintaining relationships with external entities and subcontractor community.
Highly motivated self‑starter focused on results.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Ability to build trust and influence others internally and externally.
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values.
Maintains a “value‑added” approach to preconstruction.
Strong communication skills with ability to address varied audiences.
Strong presentation skills.
McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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