What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Construction Director position at Marous Brothers Construction?
Marous Brothers Construction (MBC), located in Willoughby, Ohio, is seeking self-motivated Director of Preconstruction for our Special Projects Group. MBC is recognized as one of the leading construction firms in the Midwest, offering integrated services for complete construction solutions. Learn more about MBC by visiting https://www.marousbrothers.com.
What matters most
Qualified candidates will bring 10 years of construction estimating experience, including extensive work on both competitive bid projects and conceptual budgets, with at least five years at a senior estimating or leadership level. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
This role requires a leader with strong technical judgment, financial acumen, and a deep understanding of construction practices, building codes, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and decisive-someone who can manage complexity, mentor teams, improve processes, and communicate confidently with clients and executives alike.
Your role as Director of Preconstruction
As a full‑time Director of Preconstruction at Marous Brothers Construction, you will direct and coordinate all estimating and preconstruction activities for the group. This role leads the entire estimating function-from conceptual budgeting through hard bids-while guiding project teams through the critical early stages of the project lifecycle.
You'll oversee and mentor Project Estimators, manage workloads and bid schedules, refine budgets, review subcontractor bids and proposals, and ensure estimating procedures and standards are consistently followed. Working closely with Business Development, Operations leaders, Project Managers, and Design partners, you'll help position projects for successful execution long before construction begins.
You'll also play a key role in client relationships-preparing conceptual budgets, participating in strategy discussions, and representing MBC professionally with owners, partners, and industry organizations. In design‑build environments, you'll collaborate with design leadership to align scope, schedule, and budget through contract execution.
About MBC
- Award-Winning Workplace: Top Workplace (2022-2025) & Top Workplace USA 2025
- Competitive Pay & Bonuses
- Car allowance and cell phone
- Family-Owned Stability Since 1980
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Orthodontic, Mental Health, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
- Company-Paid Coverage: Life Insurance, AD&D, STD, LTD
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, Holidays, Parental Leave, and Paid Maternity Leave via STD
- Flexible Scheduling & Travel Reimbursement
- Extra Perks: $3,000 Referral Bonus, Free Parking, Fitness Room, Open Kitchen, Outdoor Courtyard
- Growth & Development: Marous University (weekly free education), Tuition Reimbursement, Career Path Opportunities, Mentor Program
- Culture & Community: Monthly Events, Community Engagement Opportunities, Company Wellness Program, Friendly/Helpful Employees, Casual Fridays
- Additional Support: Employee Assistance Program (Legal & Financial), Virtual Health Options
Marous Brothers Construction is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. MBC is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
We conduct pre-employment drug testing. Also must be able to pass background check.