SUMMARY: The Preconstruction Planning Specialist works closely with internal teammates, design team, and owner to provide preconstruction planning support on multiple projects including scope writing, developing project schedules, bid solicitations, pre- construction meeting walkthroughs, and post-bid interviews.
The Planning Specialist reports to the Principal. He/she works closely and interacts with the preconstruction department.
This is a full-time FLSA exempt position. It requires 40 work hours per week and the ability to work more if required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Pre-Construction (90%) Assists Marketing & Execution Teams in RFP Review & Proposal Development Attends pre-construction meetings and site walkthroughs, providing input on planning, safety, and constructability Ensures through review of engineering and design documents, plans, and project schedules Assist in budget review and development based on logistics, phasing, and constructability Accountable for the development of: Construction schedules Work scopes Bid Strategies Bidders lists, project manuals and other project documentation Assists in developing value-add and value engineering ideas Accountable for answering of bidder requests for information (BRFIs) and issuing of clarifications Ensures thorough review and issuance of addenda or other pre-bid communications from the design team Attends and at times leads pre-bid walkthroughs and post-bid interviews Reviews and analyzes bids for completeness and accuracy Leads bidder engagement initiatives and conducts phone calls for bidder interest Manages bid analysis including bidder alternates, action items, etc. during the buyout and award process Participates in bid-opening meetings Attends project kick off and transition meetings Departmental Initiatives & Training (10%) Performs SWOT analysis and collects lessons learned upon conclusion of projects to include in future pre-construction planning Assists with process improvement initiatives REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Process Management Understands how to combine tasks into an efficient workflow Designs processes/practices that can adapt quickly to changing organization, business and market demands Can simplify complex processes Knows what to measure in a process and how to measure it Attention to Detail Pays close attention to the specifics and details of every aspect of project assignment Uses careful, thorough, consistent and applicable methods, keeping flexibility and change in mind when necessary Checks and edits own work or gets peer review to ensure accuracy Relationship Building Builds and maintains relationships that support and improve team effectiveness Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving Works to clearly understand an issue Identifies cause and effects Anticipates, identified and resolves problem Develops criteria for optimum solutions MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS: 4 Year College Degree in Construction Management, Project Management or Engineering (or equivalent field experience)5+ years field experience Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite of products: Outlook, word, excel, project, power point (Desired knowledge includes: Bluebeam, Timberscan, Procore) Certification - Minimum OSHA 30. BENEFITS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE: CSM Group offers competitive wages and benefits, including: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Generous Vacation Time & Paid US Holidays Company 401(k) Matching Contributions Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Parental Leave Policy Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance Term Life and AD&D Insurance
