Willdan Performance Engineering, a division of Willdan Group Inc, inspires and empowers communities by creating transformational environments. Our clients include school districts; universities; city, county, and state governments; private enterprises; and healthcare facilities. Our dynamic and inclusive culture embodies the following values: 

We drive change We think long-term We are courageous experts delivering ambitious solutions Personal growth drives organizational growth; Organizational growth drives personal growth We succeed when we are accountable as a team We cultivate diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams committed to serving our communities 

We are looking for an eager and energetic PreConstruction Manager. The selected candidate will become a part of a growing organization that is invested in your career growth, with competitive benefits and a diverse project workload. This individual will be shaped to become the next leader in the energy industry. Come grow with us! 

Role/Responsibilities

Responsible for national preconstruction team overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.Lead estimators to support sales team from first proposal through construction contract signing with estimating, scope of work, RFP and spec review, production modeling, and pre-sales design generationLead estimators to support prime contract review, schedule creation, constructability review, risk review, sub pre-qual and out-reach, sub buyout, and change order support during constructionLead pre-construction team meetings with a focus on presenting risks, opportunities and solutions to complex problems from first proposal through major sub buyoutReview and approve new project pricing requestsOwn, maintain, and standardize pre-construction standard templates. This will include, but not be limited to estimating templates, Sub - RFP templates, Bid Forms, and Scope of Work templates and standardizationDefine and mitigate project risks and capitalize on opportunities for projects in pre-constructionLeverage technology, safety measures, and information sharing to increase productivity and profitabilityOwn and manage cost control process with preconstruction and construction operations. Gather feedback and continuous improvement of estimating tools, cost control, and processTrack project level buyout metrics to provide feedback and process improvement on future projectsManage project estimates when the preconstruction team is not availableOversee preconstruction team in charge of SubcontractingDirect point of contact for subcontractors during pre-construction processMaintain relationships with key sub partnersManage the subcontractor pre-qualification processDevelop and manage subcontractor databaseDevelop and manage upcoming bid database for subcontractorsOwn bid form alignment with subcontractorsProvide CM with data driven subcontractor buyout recommendation on all construction scopes of workCompare subcontractor pricing against internal estimates, budgets and identify any variancesAssist CM with subcontractor RFP language, and provide recommendations based on Pre-construction reviewMeet subcontractors and suppliers on-site as necessarySubcontractor Outreach. Establish new relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure adequate resources for all projects and to continually improve pricing and quality of workDesignProvide constructability reviews and value engineering feedbackCollaborate with Engineering on new product integrationSchedulingProduce and maintain project schedules from kickoff through construction execution using critical path methodology in MS Project/Procore with input from the project team

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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