Our client is an ENR Top 80 General Contractor with a growing national footprint and a strong reputation for delivering complex, high-value construction projects. They are known for a client-first approach, technical excellence, and collaborative delivery across sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, and industrial.

$160,000–$200,000 base + executive bonus + comprehensive benefits

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Position Overview

‍The Director of Preconstruction is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all preconstruction efforts while serving as a trusted advisor to clients throughout the earliest and most critical stages of project development. This individual will lead strategy, drive accurate and competitive pricing, and - most importantly - guide clients in making informed decisions that align scope, budget, and schedule.

This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and client-facing acumen. You will play a key role in shaping projects before they break ground and influencing long-term client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Client Advisory & Strategic Guidance

• Act as the primary preconstruction advisor to clients, guiding them through budgeting, design development, and project feasibility
• Translate complex construction concepts into clear, actionable insights for clients and stakeholders
• Lead value engineering efforts and provide strategic recommendations to align scope, cost, and schedule
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships through trust, transparency, and expertise

Preconstruction Leadership

• Lead and oversee all phases of preconstruction from concept through GMP development
• Establish preconstruction strategies for complex, large-scale projects
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and competitiveness in all estimates and proposals

Cost Planning & Estimating Oversight

• Direct conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimating efforts
• Review and validate cost models, budgets, and pricing strategies
• Identify risks, opportunities, and market conditions impacting project costs

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, mentor, and grow a team of preconstruction managers, engineers, and estimators
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• 10+ years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or construction management with a General Contractor
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex project pursuits
• Strong background in large-scale commercial, healthcare, education, or industrial projects
• Demonstrated ability to advise and guide clients through early project decision-making
• Deep understanding of construction means, methods, pricing, and market conditions
• High level of proficiency with estimating and preconstruction tools (OST, Bluebeam, Procore, BIM/VDC)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a client-facing mindset
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field