Company Overview:

Barnhill Contracting Company’s success is built on the values, principles and vision of the man – Robert E. Barnhill, Sr. – whose name we proudly bear.  Robert Barnhill built this company on a foundational belief that there is power in people. He was a motivator. A hard worker. A leader of leaders. His passion for people and his firm belief in the Golden Rule – treating others as you want to be treated – still drive us today. We are firm, flexible and honest. We do the right thing, every single time. We empower our leaders in the field to be decision makers. We are easy to work with – a core philosophy that is both intentional and deliberate. One that requires discipline. Grit. All of these qualities, along with our founder’s vision, have helped grow Barnhill Contracting Company into one of the Southeast’s leading contractors.

Our success is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. Construction is hard work – long hours and immense pressure to meet critical deadlines – and we are proud to employ the most talented group of people in the industry. When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of the Barnhill Family.

Job Description:

Lead, direct and oversee effective daily operation of a single Preconstruction project with a value up to $30M, or supporting on multiple projects. Responsible to lead the preconstruction process in CM at Risk and Negotiated GC. Assist in preconstruction process for Design-Build and Hard Bid delivery methods. Establishes project objectives for preconstruction phase, maintains liaison with prime clients, and monitors design progress and project budget. Take action as needed to ensure project goals, objectives and initiatives are met in alignment with the mission, vision and values of Barnhill Contracting Company.

Job Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Collaborate with the operations team, owners, designers, and subcontractors to ensure the design phase is completed on time with an acceptable GMP. Work with Project Leadership team to ensure accuracy of cost estimates, scopes of work and schedule requirements. Identify and effectively manage owner expectations during the preconstruction phase.  
• Responsible for the development of viable cost options and value analysis in all building systems with a thorough understanding of the inter-relationship of building systems and their impact on the overall project budget, design, quality, and lifecycle.
• Responsible to accurately manage all aspects of estimating, constructability, and value analysis, including the timely management of take-off functions, subcontractor bid solicitation, estimate maintenance, and final deliverables. Ability to analyze both risk and profitability at each level of estimate.
• Effectively build and manage project schedule in P6 by collaborating with Field Operations on logic and durations. Including design phases, project phasing, permitting, prequalification, bidding, long lead items, and general construction activities.
• Work with senior leadership to set clear and attainable goals for preconstruction teams. Participate in training opportunities to increase technical and leadership competencies.
• Promote and support good internal and external relationships throughout all divisions and departments of Barnhill Contracting Company, with clients and the public. Engage in and promote customer and community related activities.

Minimum Qualifications & Training:

• Education Level:   associate or bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of training and work experience preferred.
• Work Experience:  5 years in construction industry
• Required License/Certification: NC Driver License

Tasks Essential to Job Functions:  

Computer Skills:

• Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• Spectrum
• MC2
• OnCenter
• P6
• BlueBeam
• Procore

Technical Skills:

• Construction Trends
• Market Conditions
• Plan and Specification Reading
• Problem Solving
• Scheduling
• Construction Technology
• Means and Methods
• Safety and Environmental Regulations (OSHA)

Personal Skills:

• Ability to build strong working relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and establish a proactive approach to Values Based Leadership
• High level of emotional intelligence
• Conflict management skills

Conditions:

• Ability to work with frequent exposure to dirty and dusty conditions and extremes of weather.

What We Offer:

• Choice of Health Insurance options (BCBSNC)
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Weather Related Pay
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• CareOne (EAP)
• Corporate Chaplains of America

Barnhill Contracting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.