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Mep / Systems Preconstruction Manager

United States, Costa Mesa 75000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted February 20, 2026
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Job Description

Clark is seeking an experienced Systems (MEPF) Preconstruction Manager with a preferred expertise and focus in electrical and low voltage systems to support our LA/OC Offices.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead various aspects of the MEPF systems preconstruction process
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects
  • Drive value analysis process by identifying opportunities on projects
  • Leverage personal knowledge base and experience to collect and analyze cost data, identify options, provide recommendations and solutions to budget and design issues
  • Conduct document reviews during the development of Construction Documents
  • Lead stakeholder decision meetings, design progress meetings, value analysis sessions and design conferences related to the MEPF systems
  • Support the preconstruction lead in the development of design deliverables and workflow during the design process
  • Support the preconstruction lead in the design review process
  • Collaborate internally with project managers, preconstruction managers, other trade cost estimators, and field leadership to develop overall project cost and schedule
  • Develop trade partner RFPs and RFQs for a best value trade partner evaluation and selection
  • Supervise and train other department estimators and/or preconstruction managers
  • Solicit trade partner and/or vendor quotes and evaluate them for scope, qualifications, risks and opportunities
  • Lead meetings with trade partners to identify and resolve scope gaps/double-ups, schedule opportunities/challenges and design options
  • Perform risk and contract management responsibilities as required on bids
  • Assist in developing a strategy to achieve small, minority and/or disadvantaged business participation
  • Maintain a database of estimated and actual costs and lead times
  • Research and promote continuous improvement in developing more efficient estimating methods
  • Examine construction sites to account for unusual or challenging conditions in the estimate
  • Develop and maintain relationships with trade partners

Requirements

  • Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline, or relevant work experience
  • 5+ years of estimating and cost control related experience
  • Preferred experience in the electrical commercial construction industry working on large-scale projects managing preconstruction and/or design to achieve cost, schedule, and programmatic goals
  • Knowledge of On Screen Take-off, Building Connected, Microsoft Excel, and Bluebeam Software
  • Familiarity with Beck Destini Estimator, Fieldwire, and JOIN would be a plus
  • Field experience is desirable
  • Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams & followership, sets direction and executes
  • Strong knowledge of design and cost management principles and practices
  • Ability to lead and/or be a part of a team on multiple projects and pursuits at any given time
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task
  • Must be detail oriented, technically sound and have good communication skills
  • Must be familiar with both conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimating
  • Understanding of integrated design and construction schedules
  • Ability to motivate and collaborate with peers working at other firms
  • Ability to work with and present to executive leadership
  • Self-motivated, organized team player with ability to manage work priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to develop and maintain a collaborative, creative work environment and influence others
  • Ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds on occasion
  • Ability to visit active construction sites
  • Must follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws
  • Must be prepared to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines
  • Must monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address time-sensitive matters or emergencies
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening and be subject to random quarterly drug tests

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with Beck Destini Estimator, Fieldwire, and JOIN
  • Field experience

What we offer

  • Bonus potential
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement/401k
  • Company Contribution plan
  • Life insurance
  • Commuter benefit
  • Short & long term disability
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • FSA
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Back-up daycare
  • Tutoring & family support benefits
  • EAP/Work-Life assistance
  • Holiday contribution program

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