What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Pre-Construction (Estimating) position at Dexterra?
Company Description
Pleasant Valley Corporation (PVC), a successful and stable, family-owned and operated Commercial Real Estate Firm established in 1976 and headquartered in Medina, Ohio, boasts a dynamic presence across four key divisions: Construction, Facility Management, Property Management, and Real Estate Brokerage. Our comprehensive suite of commercial property services is characterized by effective project management, proactive communication, top-tier workmanship, and cutting-edge solutions.
Job Description
Job Purpose
The Director of Pre-Construction is responsible for leading the Pre-Construction and Estimating function, ensuring accurate, timely, and competitive bid packages. This role provides hands-on guidance to Estimating team members, oversees the development of all bid submissions, and reviews and approves final estimates prior to client delivery. It sets the standard for quality, discipline, and accountability within the pre-construction process.
Responsibilities
- Lead Estimating Operations: Direct all pre-construction estimating efforts for commercial projects up to $15M, including oversight of team-assigned bids and development of complex estimates.
- Develop & Maintain Standards: Uphold established pre-construction processes, ensure disciplined estimating practices, and maintain accurate historical cost data and scope templates.
Strengthen Client & Subcontractor Relations: Build and maintain customer relationships, participate in site visits and client meetings, and manage broad subcontractor outreach and bid qualification.
Guide & Manage the Team: Assign projects, provide mentorship to all Estimating Team members, and collaborate closely to ensure complete scopes, accurate proposals, and well-supported bid packages.
Oversee Bid Delivery & Handoff: Review and approve all estimates, identify risks and opportunities, prepare final bid submissions, and ensure a clean transition to Project Management once awarded.
Qualifications
Requirements
- Extensive Industry Experience: Minimum of 10 years in commercial construction, with advanced knowledge of commercial building practices.
Pre-Construction Leadership: Proven experience leading a pre-construction or estimating team, with a strong record of delivering accurate, competitive results.
Technical Proficiency: Expert-level ability with electronic plan-reading and takeoff software, along with solid competency in reviewing drawings, specs, and bid documentation.
Education & Background: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management preferred; equivalent experience considered in lieu of a degree.
Professional Credentials: Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) designation preferred.
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Additional Information
Pleasant Valley Corporation is a family-owned and operated, driven by a unified leadership team, technical specialists, and a vast network of world-class partners where our business relationships span decades and our services are trusted by clients from around the globe. PVC is also a certified "Women Business Enterprise" committed to preserving and promoting diversity for all our Teammates.
Our culture is shaped by our Core Values which include: Honesty, Reliability, Mutual Respect, Client Satisfaction, Responsiveness, and Valued Partnerships. A technical pillar of our success is our exclusive, proprietary, communication software portal, "PVC Connect."
In addition to the extensive package of exceptional Health and Retirement Benefits we provide our valued Teammates (shown below), we also participate in a variety of social service activities, and fun events throughout the year for Community Support and fun teammate events.
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