Director, Preconstruction

Role Overview

• Lead and develop a high-performing estimating organization that consistently delivers accurate, competitive, and profitable pricing strategies across hard bid, negotiated, unit price, lump sum, at-risk, and professional services pursuits
• Direct the full pursuit lifecycle, including Go/No-Go analysis, kickoff meetings, document review, bid strategy, in-progress reviews, and final submissions for RFPs, RFQs, and RFBs
• Oversee preparation of conceptual and detailed estimates, ensuring accurate takeoffs, sound pricing assumptions, and well-documented basis of estimate
• Establish and implement cost risk management strategies, identify market trends, and drive continuous improvement to enhance margin performance and reduce cost exposure
• Lead subcontractor and vendor solicitation, bid leveling, scope analysis, and buyout strategies; build and maintain strong industry partnerships and a performance-based partner database
• Oversee procurement operations, including partner qualification, contract negotiation, and execution of subcontract and vendor agreements aligned with budget and schedule targets
• Partner cross-functionally with executive leadership, business development, project management, and clients to secure alignment, validate pricing, and ensure successful project handoff
• Build and manage a scalable estimating profit center that generates revenue through budgeting and preconstruction services
• Lead project controls and PMIS strategy, driving implementation of tools and dashboards that provide real-time visibility into scope, schedule, cost, earned value, and profitability across multi-site programs
• Institutionalize performance management processes, including KPI review cadence, post-project analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure sustained organizational profitability

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience leading preconstruction/estimating for quick-serve restaurants, retail, or commercial projects (tenant improvement and ground-up)
• Experience in government or large-scale project estimates, highly preferred
• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
• Strong understanding of commercial and/or government construction means and methods, cost structures, and market dynamics
• Proficiency in ProEst, Procore, Bluebeam, OST, Togal .AI, and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Revit, Smartsheet, and related software a plus
• Experience with federal and state government, DoD RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and related solicitation documents
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and personalities under pressure
• Willingness to relocate or commute daily to our Plano, TX office

Tech Stack

• Go

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• flexible paid time off
• paid holidays
• sick time
• matching 401K plan