Director Preconstruction

About the position

Ward Village, a Howard Hughes community, is a 60-acre master-planned community in the heart of Honolulu, located between downtown and Waikīkī, along O'ahu's south shore. Honoring the distinct history of its land, Ward Village is at the forefront of sustainable community development - integrating striking architecture, local culture, and public open space. At full build-out, the community will include approximately one million square feet of unique retail and thousands of homes, in what Architectural Digest named 'Best-Planned Community in the United States.' The Director of Preconstruction works alongside the Ward Village Development and Construction teams with responsibility for estimating, bidding processes, scheduling, and coordination with architects, engineers, and inspectors. The Director of Precon will draft & negotiate contracts, ensure effective team management from design inception through construction, aiming for expedited and cost-effective project delivery. Additionally, the Preconstruction Director provides technical expertise, conducts comprehensive cost evaluations, and supports the oversight of design and contracting phases. Other responsibilities include management of sales center design and construction to ensure alignment with final project deliverable fit & finish.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive project plans and schedules.
• Support Development of internal project budgets and schedules and oversee all contractor pricing and scheduling exercises.
• Conduct constructability reviews and value engineering analysis to meet a project budget while delivering upon project's business plan.
• Provide technical input and support throughout the preconstruction phase, including feasibility studies, cost evaluations, and material selections.
• Recommend innovative solutions to enhance project efficiency, sustainability, and quality.
• Maintain relationships with local general contractors and key subcontractors and manufacturers.
• Remain current on hard cost market trends specific to major trades including structure, facade, and MEP costs.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive bids based on thorough analysis of project plans, specifications, and site conditions.
• Coordinate the bidding process, solicit subcontractor bids, and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective project delivery.
• Draft, review, and finalize contracts, purchase orders, and other legal documents related to preconstruction activities.
• Ensure all agreements are compliant with project specifications, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain engagement through the contractor's buyout process to ensure alignment to preconstruction commitments.
• Identify potential risks and challenges during the preconstruction phase and develop proactive strategies to mitigate impacts on project schedule, budget, and quality.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive experience in preconstruction project management and estimating for condominium or hospitality developments valued from $50-500 million.
• Detail-oriented with strong technical knowledge.
• Skilled in interpreting technical specifications and drawings.
• Proficient in construction costs and estimating principles.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Effective in multitasking and managing multiple projects and teams simultaneously.
• Proven ability to set project milestones, manage resources, and meet deadlines.
• Promotes excellence, innovation, and positivity in team culture.
• Able to communicate professionally under pressure.
• Flexible to accommodate varied work hours and locations as required.
• Strong organization and attention to detail skills.
• Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written.
• Good problem solving/creative thinking.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize.
• Must be able to work in a team oriented, fast-paced environment and work under pressure.

Benefits

• $150-200K + bonus and benefits.