Chief Preconstruction Manager

ResponsibilitiesBrasfield & Gorrie has an exciting opportunity for a Chief Preconstruction Manager to help lead our Healthcare Division. The position will be based out of our Dallas office. Responsibilities and Essential Duties include the following (other duties may be assigned):Lead multiple estimates, lead multiple estimate types, and manage teams of estimatorsCompile conceptual estimates, including project benchmarks and detailsUnderstand and execute multiple delivery methods, including hard bid, negotiated GMP, Design Build, and IPDWork with operations teams on general requirements, including fees, financials, staffing of jobs, and construction schedulesProficiently utilize estimating software tools: P6, BuildingConnected, BlueBeam, Agtek, Sage, Destini, Assemble and othersUnderstand pro-forma targets and anticipate unique factors for each jobFoster collaboration regarding resources and ideas for continuous improvement with other departments, offices, and regions.Partner with associated division/market to assist in managing and forecasting pursuit costsDrive projects forward and understand efforts needed in order to achieve desired resultsResearch, discover, and leverage strategies to win projects.Strategically apply preconstruction resources for greatest return on investment. Collaborate with clients to understand and extract their true needs.Allocate and forecast personnel needs and department capacity.Navigate client, designer, and estimating team through budget review.Lead teams (designer/client/trades) from design to a target budget. Represent the estimating team at job interviews and clearly present estimates to clientsManage, mentor, coach, and develop all estimators on assigned Conduct annual performance reviews.Establish and maintain relationships with architects, owners, engineers, subcontractors, designers, clients, and others for potential business development.Research emerging trends in preconstruction and apply innovative strategies to continuously improve performance of department Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor degree in construction, engineering, or related fieldMinimum 15 years of construction experience with 5-10 years of experience managing progressively larger and more complex estimates/teamsProven experience delivering successful results at Senior Estimator levelUnderstanding of all aspects of preconstructionProven leadership ability with particular focus on mentoring, training, and motivating teamsAbility to develop and maintain key long-term relationships (clients, subcontractors, partners, )Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent written communicationExperience managing multiple direct reportsConflict resolution skillsSuperior organizational skills Ability to multitaskInnovative attitudeProven proficiency with technology, including construction cost estimating software The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EOE/Vets/Disabilities