PreconstructionChange Manager

The Estimating/Preconstruction & Project Controls Department is responsible for preparing budgets and bids for all Clark Civil projects as well as maintaining continuous cost control scope management and preconstruction strategy on awarded projects through design and execution phases.
This key member of our team will bridge the gap between initial preconstruction continuous design development and real-time project change management. You will passionately help promote the development of creative innovative solutions to complex civil construction challenges manage dynamic scope changes enforce baseline controls and drive the acquisition and execution of winning profitable work.

• Maintain high standards of professionalism and ethical behavior when representing the Company.
• Analyze drawings specifications proposals civil site documentation and contract documents to prepare accurate time cost labor equipment and material estimates for multi-discipline heavy civil projects.
• Lead or perform accurate quantity surveys and conceptual-to-detailed estimating with a strong focus on self-perform civil operations (earthwork utilities structures paving).
• Supervise mentor and train estimators and project controls team members.
• Solicit evaluate and negotiate Subcontractor and Vendor quotes for complete scope alignment qualifications and strategic bid advantages.
• Lead meetings with Subcontractors Suppliers and Owners to develop complete scopes discuss pursuit strategy and align expectations.
• Establish and maintain a robust Change Management system and log throughout preconstruction design-build CMAR and construction phases to track identify and quantify scope changes constructability challenges and design evolutions.
• Evaluate potential changes and dynamic site conditions for both direct cost impacts and schedule disruption preparing fully documented Change Order Requests (CORs) for owner negotiation.
• Review negotiate and execute subcontractor change orders ensuring back-to-back contract alignment and risk transfer.
• Partner with Project Managers and Operations to establish initial cost baselines continually monitor the comparison of estimated costs to actual costs and update monthly Cost-to-Complete forecasts.
• Collaborate with project schedulers to align cost data with baseline CPM schedules earning rules and field productivity tracking.
• Perform risk and contract management responsibilities on bids and active projects maintaining risk registers to protect project margins throughout execution.
• Assist in developing strategies to achieve small business participation (SBE)

requirements while maintaining competitive project budgets.

• Review total estimate packages and change management submissions for accuracy completeness and risk mitigation prior to formal quotation.
• Research and promote continuous improvement in estimating tools digital takeoff workflows and project control methods.
• Examine construction sites and observe unusual challenging or changing field conditions.

• 10 - 15 years of progressive estimating change management and project controls experience in heavy civil construction (highways bridges site development transit or utility infrastructure).
• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or a related discipline (or equivalent practical work experience).
• Proven track record of managing both preconstruction pursuits and active project change order systems on complex multi-discipline civil jobs.
• Advanced technical proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff (OST) Microsoft Excel Bluebeam Revu and heavy civil estimating software (e.g. HeavyBid/HCSS B2W or similar).
• Working knowledge of Project Controls tools & scheduling software (e.g. Primavera P6 Timberline/Sage or Prolog/Procore).
• Strong understanding of both conceptual detailed and self-perform civil estimating methods.
• Strong organizational negotiation and time management skills with the ability to lead multi-functional teams across estimating and operations.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated Results Oriented Adaptable Team Player Accountable Ethical Innovative Resilient Builds Relationships Builds People/Teams Sets Direction and Executes.

• Direct field operational experience ( Superintendent Civil Project Manager or Civil Project Engineer strong background in self-perform Civil work).
• Knowledge and active relationships within the local subcontractor and vendor market.
• Specialized experience in claims avoidance dispute resolution and contract negotiation on alternative delivery civil projects (Design-Build CMAR Progressive Design-Build).

The Physical Side of the Role: Given that a good portion of your day will be spent at a desk you should be comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work whether its collaborating with colleagues analyzing data or developing strategies. The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work.
While there are times for quiet concentration youll also be expected to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations including dynamic construction sites utilizing different modes of transportation. The ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds on occasion (think a box of files or small office equipment) is also required.

Your Work Environment: Your primary workspace will be in our McLean Virginia office which has a typical quiet-to-moderate noise and light levels. As part of your work you may also be required to visit active construction sites. These environments are naturally more dynamic and can include exposure to outdoor weather conditions louder noise and moving equipment. Your safety is our top priority and youll be expected to follow Clark Constructions safety policies and procedures and all applicable laws at all locations.

Our High-Performing Culture: This is a demanding high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge thrive under pressure and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment including flexibility to work extended hours especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours there will be occasions where business needs require your attention particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls emails text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.

A Drug Free Workplace: Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug fitness for duty screening is required and the company conducts random quarterly drug fitness for duty tests.

Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits paid time off retirement/401k and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance commuter benefit short & long term disability fitness reimbursement FSA tuition reimbursement back-up daycare tutoring & family support benefits EAP/Work-Life assistance and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $85000-$185000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors including a candidates education experience and skills. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.