Director of Preconstruction - St. Louis, MO

Company: Michael Page
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 17, 2024

Job Description:

Seeking an experienced Director of Pre-Construction with a passion for managing pre-construction processes efficiently and effectively while maintaining an unwavering commitment to outstanding client experience. Your mission is to oversee the design development phase from proposal submission to the start of onsite activities, maintaining organizational standards for quality design, sound budget management, and schedule adherence.Client DetailsMy client is a full-service design/build, general contract, and construction management contractor focusing on tenant improvement and ground-up construction. My client has been in business for over 20 years and has created a strong, trusted name in the St. Louis market. Areas of expertise include commercial, light industrial, and multi-family projects.DescriptionReporting to our President, this role is responsible for overseeing projects through the design phase , including all client, design team, and governmental coordination required. You will support exciting and challenging projects ranging from $1M to more than $50M while leading a small team of talented estimators and pre-construction specialists. * Your mission is to oversee the design development phase from proposal submission to the start of onsite activities, maintaining organizational standards for quality design, sound budget management, and schedule adherence* Reporting to our President, this role is responsible for overseeing projects through the design phase , including all client, design team, and governmental coordination required* SUPPORT BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND CLIENT ONBOARDING - In partnership with the Business Development team, participate in project interviews and lead the preparation of responses for RFPs* Help to win compelling business opportunities, and consult with prospective clients to define project scopes, requirements, and budgets* OWN AND MANAGE THE DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PROCESS - You will oversee all aspects of the design development phase, including identifying and coordinating stakeholders such as local municipalities, local utilities, and other governing bodies to determine requirements and clarify process for securing project approval, permits, and bonds* You will lead regular design meetings with the client and design team to identify project requirements, ensuring a high-quality, thorough final design* Coordinate final approvals and the release of the project to construction* OWN DOCUMENTATION, SCHEDULING, & PROJECT BUDGETING - You will lead project teams and manage project-related correspondence cross-functionally with architects, consultants, clients, and in-house team members* In collaboration with all team members, you will ensure the accurate and timely preparation of project budgets, proposals, and schedules* Track and mitigate overages in project budgets through well-documented value-added opportunitiesProfile* Your Experience - You have gained a minimum of 5-15+ years of progressive experience in pre-construction roles with a preference for private sector project experience* Your Expertise - You bring strong experience leading pre-construction efforts and excel as a project owner and cross-functional collaborator* Your expertise includes facilitating design conversations, scoping projects, documenting requirements, estimating costs, building project budgets, and creating schedules* Your Communication Skills - You have developed exceptional communication skills and you build relationships with confidence as a trusted and confidential partner to internal and external stakeholders* You communicate transparently and frequently, and you have a genuine, relational approach to stakeholder interactions* Your Technology Skills - You are proficient in a broad spectrum of digital construction tools and have experience with estimating software (Timberline or similar), Microsoft Office, bid management systems, online plan rooms, and collaboration tools (Bluebeam or similar)* You know how to strategically utilize digital tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness in the pre-construction process* Your Education - You have completed a 4-year degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related area* Travel for select client needs is estimated at 15%Job Offer* GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES & SENIOR LEADERSHIP* A competitive base salary and semi-annual performance bonus plan* A comprehensive benefits plan, including paid time off; competitive medical, dental and vision benefits; fitness and wellness program; tuition assistance; service award trips every 5 years; and a matching 401k planMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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