MEP Preconstruction Manager - National Group

Harris

Saint Paul, MNFull-time$98–147K/yrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$98–147K/yr
Location
Saint Paul, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Harris is hiring a MEP Preconstruction Manager - National Group. The Preconstruction Manager will oversee large‑scale construction projects during the preconstruction phase, building trusted advisor relationships with owners, general contractors and design teams while managing scope, budgets and schedules. They will implement innovative preconstruction strategies, drive prefabrication design, develop tools and dashboards, support business development, and foster a safety‑focused, collaborative culture at Harris.

Key focus areas include Deliver preconstruction services with urgency to customer requests, Track and manage project scope and budget trends, and Implement preconstruction strategies that differentiate Harris.

Important skills include Plumbing Systems, Piping Systems, Sheet Metal Systems, Estimating, Construction Project Management, and Customer Service.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Plumbing SystemsPiping SystemsSheet Metal SystemsEstimatingConstruction Project ManagementCustomer Service

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering8+ Years Mechanical and Plumbing Experience6+ Years Estimating and Construction Contracts Experience8+ Years Engineering and Technology Experience6+ Years Preconstruction Services Experience5+ Years Customer Service ExperienceTravel 25%–50%

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

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Job Duties

MEP Preconstruction Manager - National Group

Job Description:

As the Preconstruction Manager for the National Group, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing various aspects of large-scale construction projects during the preconstruction phase to ensure successful project initiation; assist in the planning, implementation, and delivery of new business initiatives and preconstruction services relative to a particular client, group of clients, geographical area, or type of project; assist in the planning and monitoring of the strategic direction for projects; and target, develop, and maintain customer and design team relationships.

Preconstruction:

  • Deliver preconstruction services in a professional manner with a keen sense of urgency to customer requests. Develop a trusted advisor relationship with Owner, GC, Design Team, and project influencers.

  • Actively track/manage project scope and budget trend. Manage transition between estimating and project management. Establish accurate baseline budget for the project.

  • Implement preconstruction strategies that differentiate Harris and lead to increase opportunities. Work to expand preconstruction process and best practices across Harris projects.

  • In collaboration with project execution team identify and document the construction plan. Include prefabrication solutions, fabrication strategies, schedule, sequencing, logistic, work packages, productivity tracking, etc.

  • Direct and drive prefabrication design efforts throughout preconstruction while ensuring constructability.

  • Drive the advancement of tools and IT solutions for the wider construction effort.

  • Work with project management team to develop budgeting & report-out tools for communications with clients to demonstrate benefits of delivery method.

  • Work with other teams across Harris to optimize tasks such as cost and schedule trending, managing logs and reports for technical issues, material and equipment procurement, etc.

  • Create and utilize tools and dashboards, automating preconstruction reporting activities.

  • Manage, prepare, and give presentations/deliver reports on preconstruction activities, task progress, and construction team briefings.

Business Development:

  • Support business development proposals and pursuits.

  • Develop conceptual estimates, submit proposals. Manage financial aspects of proposals and contracts to protect companys interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with client.

  • Monitor construction activities and meet with client to ensure project objectives are being met. Provide feedback to Company construction team and assist in developing corrective action plans to mitigate issues.

  • Develop plan(s) and actively manage customer accounts. Proactively track/manage project sales opportunities. Develop and implement project specific sales strategies to maximize Harris probability of success.

Organization Support:

  • Foster the desired Harris culture.

  • Emphasize a strong safety culture and an environment of collaboration, teamwork & transparency at all times.

  • Represent Company in marketing/networking events, project meetings, planning sessions, design meetings, etc.

  • Foster a culture of planning, early engagement, collaboration, and accountability through preconstruction within Harris.

  • Facilitate operational consistency through project setup and planning.

Other Tasks and Duties:

  • Other tasks and duties may be necessary due to project specific conditions, and as directed.

What we're looking for in you

  • Bachelors degree in engineering preferred.

  • 8+ years industry knowledge of mechanical and plumbing.

  • 6+ years knowledge of corporate objectives impacting estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts.

  • 8+ years proficient understanding of engineering and technology including principles. techniques, procedures, and equipment.

  • 6+ previous success in delivering pre-construction services.

  • 5+ customer service experience.

  • Advanced knowledge of plumbing, piping, or sheet metal systems.

  • Advanced knowledge of estimating.

  • Advanced knowledge of construction project management.

  • Open to 25%-50% Travel

Your life at Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!

From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K with company match

Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays

Paid Parental leave

Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range:

$97,733.37 - $146,600.05

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$97,733.37 - $146,600.05 / Annually

Postal Code

55102

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

56538

Job Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K with company match

Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays

Paid Parental leave

Short-Term Incentive Plan

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