About NetJets
Founded in 1964 and part of Berkshire Hathaway since 1998, NetJets is a leader in private aviation, renowned for pioneering fractional aircraft ownership. Serving a discerning international clientele, the company combines personalised service with a rigorous commitment to safety and operational excellence. As an employer, NetJets brings together pilots, maintenance specialists, operations professionals and client service teams, whose expertise underpins every journey. Its working environment places a premium on precision, discretion and collaboration, offering careers at the intersection of aviation and luxury service. For professionals drawn to exacting standards, NetJets represents an opportunity to contribute to a highly specialised, service-led business.
NetJets is hiring a Pre-Construction Manager in Columbus, Ohio, to lead early planning for corporate real estate development and construction projects. The role oversees feasibility studies, project plans, budgets, cost estimates, risk mitigation, permitting, contract negotiations and bid documents, working with architects, contractors and stakeholders.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct feasibility studies to assess project viability and associated costs.
- Collaborate with architects and contractors to develop detailed project plans aligned with corporate objectives and budget constraints.
- Work with the Design team to refine designs for cost efficiency while maintaining alignment with strategic goals.
- Create project budgets, identify potential risks, and propose mitigation strategies.
- Use cost-estimation techniques to provide financial projections for projects.
- Prepare detailed project cost estimates covering materials, labor, and other expenses.
- Oversee cost-control measures during design to keep projects within budget.
- Coordinate with stakeholders on permitting and compliance with local regulations.
- Coordinate contract negotiations with contractors and suppliers to find cost-effective solutions.
- Identify and address cost-related challenges during pre-construction to optimize project financial performance.
- Manage critical early-stage tasks with a focus on cost efficiency to lay the groundwork for successful project execution.
- Develop project bid documents for contractors bidding on projects facilitated internally by the Corporate Real Estate Team.
Qualifications
- Prior construction experience.
- Ability to develop strategy and execute tactical work within construction management disciplines.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to adapt to changing environments, roles, responsibilities, and processes.
- Ability to manage and prioritize a large number of projects and tasks.
- Ability to travel between locations, including overnight stays.
- Proven ability to comply with operational policies and procedures, codes, and regulations.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Mastery of sound construction management principles.
- Industry-specific certifications, licensing, or coursework are a plus but are not required.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to pass the KCMH airport background check for AOA access.
Skills
Experience
6–8 years of experience
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Management
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage; healthcare advocacy; Employee Assistance Program; Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution; wellness programs and discounts; paid time off; parental leave; life and accident insurance; voluntary financial protection plans; 401(k) plan with a 67% match on eligible standard elective deferral and catch-up contributions (super catch-up contributions are not eligible); short- and long-term disability; legal plan; identity theft protection plans; pet insurance; family and caregiving support.
Culture
NetJets’ workplace culture is shaped by the exacting demands of private aviation, with safety, operational precision and discreet, personalised service at its core. Its environment calls for close collaboration among flight crews, operations teams and client-facing professionals, combining technical expertise with the responsiveness expected by a discerning international clientele.
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