Head of Project Management (Construction)

Pre-Construction Project Manager
McGuire and Hester is a construction company that provides complete site work services: pipelines, grading paving, concrete, landscape and mechanical. In addition to traditional project delivery methods, we are involved with design build projects and alternative delivery methods. McGuire and Hester have played an integral role in the construction of many of Northern California's most recognizable landmarks and infrastructure projects. We have a team environment that focuses on the greater good, resulting in a fantastic place to work that positively impacts our business partners and community.
The Pre-Construction Project Manager is the key leader through the entire pre-construction process whenever conceptual budgeting, "Design-Build" or "Alternative Project Delivery Methods" are present. This position is in direct contact with owners and owner representatives on a daily basis, during the pre-construction timeline. Continuous scheduling, budgeting, and managing logistical constraints will be required. The Pre-Construction Project Manager will introduce the McGuire & Hester operations team to the project and be "upstream" of physical construction months and years in advance. This position will serve to integrate our operational project managers, superintendents, and field crew in a seamless way.
Reports to Director Pre-Construction
Key Communication Partners Pre-Construction Manager, Estimators, Takeoff Project Engineers, Field Project Engineers
Directly Supervises Estimators, Takeoff Project Engineers, Field Project Engineers, and Project Teams
Recognize positive safety habits and practices by creating bids that allow for implementation of best practices that drive safety and safety compliance
Engage with clients and/or project owners form project inception, beginning with validation studies, and the creation of "Basis of Design" parameters through pre construction design development
Analyze job site conditions for hazards and apply means and methods to ensure worker safety
Alert operations team to special conditions at the Pre-Job Partnering meeting
Establish and implement "Best Practices" protocols for Design-Build projects and projects utilizing Alternative Delivery Methods
Coordinate internal Pre-Construction Process and work with Estimating, Operations, Accounting, and Safety
Facilitate document reviews and advice project team for constructability and value analysis
Organize and lead the transition meetings between the project operations team and the preconstruction team
Understand and monitor contractual requirements as they relate to labor, subcontractors, and other utilization requirements
Assist and support the Pre-Construction Manager with the development and implementation of company wide policies and procedures
Assist in the general administrative management for estimating as it pertains to preconstruction services
Manager or delegate and monitor pre and post award pre construction sequences
Participate in weekly meetings with Pre-Construction Manager and staff to review bid, takeoff, schedules, and deliverables
Identify, assess, and manage project and profit risk
Produce increasingly detailed and accurate estimates through all stages of design development including conceptual narrative, schematic, design development, and construction
Actively participate in industry groups promoting Design-Build and Alternative Project Delivery Methods
Promote McGuire & Hester's Pre-Construction, project management, and construction capabilities to existing and new clients
Visit jobs in process and review job status and related job operations to estimating methods and schedules
Manage from a professional capacity, the relationships between clients, owners, and other key stakeholders
Help foster an efficient, positive, and productive work environment
Capable of always establishing and maintaining a collaborative and integrated professional environment and be engaged in LCI trainings, educational courses, and help others to establish this culture at McGuire & Hester
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Undergraduate degree in construction management, civil engineering, or other construction related undergraduate degree preferred or the equivalent in education or experience. Five to ten years construction estimating and project management experience. Five or more years' experience with Design-Build and Alternative Project Delivery Methods, including a full understanding of the Lean Construction principles and processes
Language Skills: must be able to read and write in English; bilingual in Spanish helpful but not required
Computer Skills: must be fluent in Microsoft office Suite. Interpersonal Skills: the ability to collaborate with a wide variety of people including clients, employees, managers, agencies, and the public; Certificates, Licenses, and Registration: valid California driver's license and clean driving record
Besides a competitive salary and the best retirement package in the industry we offer:

• Family medical, dental and vision
• Company Stock (ESOP)
• Bonus Program
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Financial Planning