Director of Project Management & Preconstruction

Director of Project Management & Preconstruction Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Director of Project Management & Preconstruction to lead our project management, estimating, and preconstruction teams. This role drives projects from concept to closeout, focusing on talent development, process optimization, and close collaboration with clients and internal teams. Some national travel to customers and construction sites is required.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, train, and mentor project managers, estimators, and preconstruction staff to achieve excellence.
• Coordinate internal activities by setting priorities, assigning responsibilities based on project needs and team skills, and overseeing project planning, bidding, budgeting, and execution.
• Build strong customer relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, sales, shops, and field construction.
• Ensure quality, safety, and profitability across projects, managing schedules, deviations, and subcontractor relations.
• Oversee estimating and construction progress, ensuring adherence to budgets and quality standards.
• Ensure accurate, competitive, and professional preparation of bids, proposals, contracts, and project plans.
• Monitor project financials, negotiate contracts, and manage cost projections, change orders, requisition reviews, and risk reporting.
• Drive team development through coaching, setting KPIs, and mentoring for individual and collective success.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, project management, civil engineering, or a related field.
• 7 years of progressive experience in preconstruction, project management, and estimating.
• 5 years in a direct leadership role, managing and setting metrics for cross-functional teams.
• Strong expertise in estimating, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, contract interpretation, and risk management.
• PMP and OSHA-10 certifications required.
• LEED accreditation, field experience, and design-build background preferred.
• Proficiency with tools like Procore, MS Project, and ERP systems.
• Positive, solutions-oriented mindset with a steady approach to ambiguity and challenges.
• Customer-focused, with a talent for building strong internal and external relationships.
• Respectful, professional, and approachable leadership style that motivates teams while upholding high standards.
• Strategic, analytical, and adaptable, excelling at managing shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Clear, concise, and engaging communication skills in writing, speaking, listening, and presenting.
• Process-minded and innovative, with a focus on improving efficiency and outcomes.
• Committed to team success, with strong coaching, mentoring, and leadership abilities.
• Highly organized, capable of managing multiple projects, deadlines, and team members effectively