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Director of Preconstruction

PC Collins Company, LLC.
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026

We’re hiring a Director of Preconstruction to lead and elevate preconstruction efforts across a growing national design-build platform.

This role will oversee estimating, budgeting, and early-stage project strategy, working closely with development, operations, and executive leadership to drive successful project pursuits and execution.

  • Lead all preconstruction activities from initial pursuit through GMP, including budgeting, estimating, value engineering, and bid strategy
  • Partner with business development and leadership teams on pursuits, client presentations, and overall go/no-go decisions
  • Oversee and mentor preconstruction staff, building out a strong, scalable team structure
  • Collaborate with operations and project management to ensure seamless transition from preconstruction to construction
  • Manage subcontractor relationships, bid leveling, scope coverage, and procurement strategy
  • Drive cost accuracy, risk identification, and schedule alignment across multiple concurrent projects
  • Work across a diverse portfolio including industrial, commercial, cold storage, and adaptive reuse projects

Compensation:

$180,000 – $230,000 base salary bonus full HDV benefits paid for by employer, 401k, PTO, ESOP

What we’re looking for:

  • 10–15 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project management within a GC or design-build firm
  • Strong background in industrial and/or large-scale commercial construction
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex pursuits
  • Ability to operate at both a strategic and hands-on level
  • Strong client-facing presence and communication skills


If you’re looking to step into a leadership role with visibility across major projects and real influence on how work is pursued and delivered, this is a strong opportunity.

Salary : $180,000 - $230,000

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