Like Kids in the Sandbox, We Never Get Tired of Building
We know what makes us special. It’s our people. And we’re looking for the people who want their last day with Ronco to be their retirement day. If you’re looking for a construction career that’s more than just a paycheck, you found it.
Our formula is simple. Hire smart. Empower and support. Accomplish amazing things.
We’re Intentionally Better
Our philosophy is building excellence through teamwork. We believe in hiring the best people and letting them do great work. It’s as simple as that. And these three things set us apart from the rest.
We're selective.
Skills can be taught, but who people are — that’s the real essence.
We're bold.
We push the boundaries to find creative solutions to complex problems.
We're authentic.
We’re not afraid to be who we are — 100% of the time.
Just like Steve Jobs modeled, we don’t hire smart people and tell them what to do — we hire smart people who tell us how to do it better. And then we offer a best-in-industry employment package. Because at the end of the day, we work to live, not live to work. Our benefits include everything from a competitive salary and insurance options, to 401(k) match and paid time off, to an open door policy with leadership and bonuses. And so.much.more.
We celebrate life’s best things.
Our team works hard. That’s why we make it a point to celebrate life’s best things like holidays and birthdays and all the special occasions in between. So, whether it’s blowing out candles on a birthday cake, enjoying a beer during the Ronco golf league, a lively game of ping pong or a group-effort to complete the Oregon Trail and not die of dysentery, we dedicate time to kick back and enjoy each other’s company.
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Position: Preconstruction Manager
Location: Kansas City, MO
About You
Do you enjoy numbers and analyzing market conditions? Is your eye for detail unmatched? If so, this is the job for you. As a preconstruction manager, it’s your job to coordinate preconstruction services and prepare budgets and estimates for projects ranging from $1M to $80M. Your primary responsibilities are to collect and analyze market conditions to create detailed, accurate estimates. You need to be organized and creative, and not afraid to dig deeper to fully understand the project scope.
Role and Responsibilities
As the preconstruction manager at Ronco Construction, it’s your primary responsibility to analyze and interpret project information to create and assemble budgets, bids, and proposals. You play a pivotal role in a project’s success by preparing comprehensive, accurate bids that win work and contribute to on-budget projects. Your responsibilities include the following:
- Review and analyze bid documents and plan packages for scope and understanding.
- Participate in design development meetings and preliminary site inspections.
- Solicit and manage subcontractor bid collection using a variety of tools including email, software platforms and phone calls.
- Maintain the subcontractor bid database through research and vetting current and new subcontractors for the Midwest.
- Create construction timeline and schedules, in line with project parameters.
- Prepare detailed estimates by completing quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate input, and research at all stages of the preconstruction phase.
- Research and provide value engineering, design review, risk mitigation and constructability analysis to ensure the best and most cost-effective strategies are used.
- Maintain and communicate data on construction and material cost trends affecting project costs.
- Prepare, present and communicate detailed estimates to executive management and clients.
- Review and assist with proposals and other documentation to prepare cost estimates for various projects.
- Build and develop effective relationships with customers, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other trade partners.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
You’re ready to contribute to the work and culture of a leading and growing construction company, in that:
- You have a bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field, or applicable work experience.
- You have at least 10 years of construction estimating and bidding experience.
- You’re proficient with a computer and applicable software programs, including experience with the Microsoft Office suite, Procore, Bluebeam and Microsoft Project.
- You’re proficient in research, data collection and analysis, and estimation metrics.
- You have strong written and verbal communication skills.
- You’re a people person and can build relationships with a variety of people including coworkers, clients, subcontractors, field staff and others.
- You’re self-motivated and proactive, accomplishing tasks without direct supervision.
- You have a strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and ability to meet and manage deadlines.