Manager, Preconstruction

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Bird Construction Full time

Manager, Preconstruction

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The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people - where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way.

Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners. You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Bird is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

Reporting to the Director, Preconstruction Northern Alberta, the Manager, Preconstruction assists the direction and provides oversight for all pre-construction activities, including the estimating and budgeting process, schedule development and management, constructability, procurement, benchmarking, development of complex project proposals, and management of client, consultant, and stakeholder relations from the start of a proposal / opportunity through to contract agreement.

This role will help define the strategy for the pre-construction process in its entirety, including management, coordination, and delivery of the pre-construction phases.

This position will support the Buildings West Division and based out of Edmonton, Alberta.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist the Director, Preconstruction to set the strategy for the entire pre-construction process and be accountable for it determining and allocating the resource requirements to implement the pre-construction strategy of the business unit.
- Provide comprehensive strategic oversight of the pre-construction requirements for the business unit.
- Collaborate with Estimating team lead to determine bid strategies and identify competitive advantages and win themes for bids and proposals.
- Provide leadership and support to the entire pre-construction process and team.
- Propose the fee, escalation, and contingency necessary to win the project while delivering the project safely.
- Ensure internal validation process prior to submitting a committed proposal or executing the contract
- Work closely with Procurement on developing strategies of the project.
- Review and approve the overall bid / pre-construction schedule.
- Identify the training needs of the entire pre-construction team and monitor training progress.
- Develop an effective bidding strategy for each project based on the owner’s evaluation criteria; align response to maximize scoring.
- Collaborate with the Business Unit Manager to develop the business unit strategy and processes.

Planning and Process
- Provide oversight and utilize best practices to set the overall standard for pre-construction activities
- Initiate and ensure PPA approvals are completed, and any conditions are met through the pre-construction process
- Oversee the kick-off meetings and weekly strategy meetings, and chair any formal meetings for large complex projects, ensuring the pre-construction process will meet the milestone dates established
- Ensure the accuracy of the internal validation process prior to submitting a committed proposal or executing the contract
- Develop and implement overall strategic planning at the business unit in coordination with the District Manager, and lead and support at the project level
- Develop the pre-construction process, for continuous improvement, effectiveness, and efficiencies

Financial Accountabilities
- Oversee all financial deliverables for bids and pre-construction projects
- Oversee the management of the pre-construction budget on more complex projects if necessary
- Advise on selecting trade and consultant partners that are assessed to be financially viable with adequate manpower and appropriate level of expertise to complete the work
- Review and approve mitigation of potential pressures on fee and lead discussions to properly assess and calculate fee

Client Focus
- Build and maintain relationships a

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