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Director of Preconstruction

We Search People
Cincinnati, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 2/18/2026 CLOSED ON 3/17/2026

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Director Of Preconstruction

$150,000 to $190,000 plus bonus**


My client is a leading commercial general contractor delivering projects across Ohio in sectors including commercial, mixed use, multifamily, healthcare, education and industrial. They are now hiring a Director Of Preconstruction to lead estimating, conceptual budgeting and early project planning for major ground up developments.


Responsibilities

• Lead all preconstruction and estimating activities for new and upcoming projects

• Manage conceptual budgeting, feasibility studies and early cost planning

• Oversee quantity takeoffs, bid packages, subcontractor pricing and value engineering

• Partner with owners, developers, design teams and internal operations

• Support RFP responses, presentations and pursuit strategies

• Develop estimating processes, templates and standards across the team

• Mentor Estimators and Preconstruction Managers

• Work closely with operations to ensure smooth handoff into project delivery


Experience Required

• 10 years or more preconstruction or estimating experience

• Strong commercial construction background

• Experience with ground up projects in the $10M to $150M range

• Proficient with estimating software and conceptual budget development

• Ability to manage internal teams and subcontractor relationships

• Excellent communication and client facing skills

• Local to Ohio or open to relocating


Benefits

• Base salary $150,000 to $190,000 depending on experience

• Annual bonus

• Medical, dental and vision

• 401k

• Growth into VP of Preconstruction for high performers


To apply, please email your resume to ali@wesearchpeople.com or reach out for more details.

Salary : $150,000 - $190,000

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