Aviation Preconstruction Manager / Estimator

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Established in 1964, Q&D Construction is a family owned company with a culture focused on the core values of; Service, Quality, Integrity. As an employee of Q&D Construction, you will be expected to exhibit these core values every day and in all of your interactions. Along with all of your typical duties, it will be incumbent on you to display a high level of customer service, exceeding the client’s expectations. Developing a long lasting relationship between the client and Q&D is a top priority. You will be expected to go above and beyond when working with our clients, anticipating their needs and helping to resolve any issues that may arise during the course of construction and/or preconstruction. Our goal is to become a trusted adversary of our client, to be their “go to” person for any issue, under any circumstance.

GROUP OVERVIEW:

In 2014, after nearly a decade of successful work in and around airports, Q&D announced its Aviation Group. Q&D’s airport introduction began with a restroom remodel and the construction of a sidewalk canopy structure at the Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RTIA) resulting in a longstanding relationship. Due to the events on 9/11 the RTIA was forced to make significant modifications to its security protocols. Understanding the complexity and high profile of the upcoming challenge, the RTIA choose to rely on their relationship with Q&D. Q&D was selected as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the In-Line Explosive Detection and Screening Project, later to be named the Airport Baggage Check-In Project or ABC Project. It was during this multi-year project that Q&D was able to acquire the necessary knowledge and experience that has allowed us to continue to perform work in airports across the country. It was also this project that allowed us to establish relationships with many of the airport’s tenants / stakeholders. The stakeholders consisted of airlines, rental car providers and concessionaires. Standing out among the many stakeholders were Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Paradies and SSP. Over the years, because of the relationships established and the experience gained, Q&D has performed work in over 100 airports in nearly every state in the Union. Our word is our bond and staying true to our founding principles is what has led to and will continue our success in the aviation world.
 

SUMMARY of RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Preconstruction Manager / Estimator’s (Pre Con Manager) primary responsibility is to map out all of the human and material resources needed for the projects development and use these predictions to determine the projected cost of each project.

The Pre Con Manager will determine all costs associated with the project by evaluating all project documents. They will also factor items like personnel expenses, time to complete, material and equipment expenses into the overall cost of the project. In addition to developing cost estimates, the Preconstruction Manager will also lead the bidding process, developing and turning over to the project team their bid strategy.

The Pre Con Manager may be responsible for overseeing several projects at once. Typical job duties will include evaluating the construction site, developing an itemized expense lists based on personnel and materials needed, and collaborating with project designers and owners to explain cost findings. Another job duty will be to perform calculations and research to develop ways to reduce (Value Engineer) overall project costs. The Pre Con Manager will also be tasked with fostering relationships with subcontractors and vendors in order to establish early pricing for products or services. They will also participate in the request for proposal (RFP) process. The Pre Con Manager is responsible for complete and accurate budgets and estimates. Realizing that construction costs are continually changing along with project design, instead of updating budgets and estimates at defined milestones, we will make continual updates.

The Pre Con Manager may be called upon to assist with disputes arising from subcontractor or vendor’s scope of work misunderstandings. It is of great importance that the proper documentation of conversations, meetings and other events that may have occurred leading up to the subcontractor or vendor’s final proposal was submitted be made available in order to resolve any conflict.
 

REQUIRED DUTIES, TASKS & SKILLS:

The Pre Con Manager’s duties and tasks include strict adherence to financial constraints without compromising Q&D’s service, integrity or quality. They must obtain all relevant project documentation, advise on the foreseeable costs of each project and secure favorable pricing on all resources as well as monitor trends in the industry to determine whether the estimates are reasonable and competitive. Above all, the Pre Con Manager must treat each airport owner fairly, with great respect and cultivate a relationship built on trust.

PROJECT PLANNING:

• Manage the preconstruction team successfully and collaboratively

• Determine Owner needs and expectations

• Become familiar with local construction laws and regulations

• Become familiar with airport’s badging requirements

• Become familiar with Airport’s Security Requirements (ASP)

• Visit job site to review existing conditions

• Build subcontractor and vendor pool for each project

• Develop preconstruction schedule and monitor progress

• Manage billings and cost procedures during preconstruction

• Collect, electronically file and distribute all project documents

• Fully review drawings & specifications

• Organize and lead estimating effort

• Prepare take-off and budgets 

• Outline work plan to gauge how much time will be needed to complete each task

• Develop bid scope for trade packages

• Work with subcontractors and vendors to assure scope coverage

• Identify cost saving methods and concepts (value engineer)

• Draft thorough proposals that detail scope inclusions, exclusions and assumptions

• Provide clear, accurate, timely communications and documentation

• Conduct team meetings, owner/architect meetings, and budget reviews 

• Assist in preparation of project schedule

• Initiate and lead constructability reviews at each design milestone

• Plan site logistics and phasing with input from project team

• Continually update project estimate…not just at milestones 

• Perform risk assessments to predict potential deviations from the project plan (backup plan / plan B / contingency plan)

• Develop Procurement Plan

PROJECT EXECUTION:

• Execute effective pre-construction turnover to project team

• Assist in preparation of complete subcontractor Scope of Work

• Review all subcontracts and purchase orders 

• Assist with project buy-out

PROJECT CLOSEOUT:

• Assist the project team with closeout of the project

• Assist with development of training schedule

• Assist with development commissioning schedule

• Assist with creation of O & M manuals

• Ensure contract completion criteria have been met

• Archive project documents

• Establish positive relationships with the client, the design team, the project team, subcontractors, trade unions, governmental agencies

• Enhance group and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Qualification in project management is highly advantageous

• Demonstrable experience as a construction estimator

• Exceptional quantitative skills

• Outstanding research and proposal writing skills

• Ability to negotiate with seasoned trades personnel

• Dependable, conscientious, and well-spoken

• Knowledge of construction management techniques and tools

• Proven experience in people management

• Proven experience in risk management

• Proven working experience in construction management

• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Ability to travel and spend time away from home

• Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency

• Perform other related duties as assigned

AFFILIATIONS:

American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)                                       

• Corporate Committee

  • Corporate Committee Steering Group

    • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Liaison

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee member

• Air Service Committee member

• Northwest Chapter member

• Southwest Chapter member

Airport Consultant Council (ACC)                                                            

• ACC Annual Conference Committee member

• Finance & Project Delivery Committee member

• Terminal & Facilities Committee member

International Partnering Institute (IPI)                       

• Aviation Committee member

Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)                             

• Nevada Chapter AGC

• AGC of California