Director of Preconstruction | Construction | Austin, TX

Director of Preconstruction - Austin Market: Lead all preconstruction efforts for commercial projects, including estimating, budgeting, scheduling support, and constructability reviews from concept to GMP/contract execution. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and collaboration with owners, architects, engineers, and internal teams to ensure projects are set up for success.

Client Details

Our client is a Texas-based, employee-owned general contractor, specializing in commercial construction, design-build, and high-end interior finish-outs. The company has completed over 2,000 projects and operates across Texas with offices in Dallas, Houston, and Austin. They work with building owners, tenants, property managers, architects, and designers to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions for corporate interiors, industrial facilities, retail spaces, healthcare environments, and ground-up developments

Description

Key Responsibilities of a Director of Preconstruction| Construction | Austin, TX

• Establish processes and best practices for preconstruction activities.
• Oversee preparation of detailed cost estimates and budgets.
• Ensure accuracy and competitiveness of bids and proposals
• Develop and review preliminary project schedules.
• Coordinate with operations to align preconstruction plans with execution strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, and engineers during preconstruction.
• Facilitate design meetings and ensure alignment with client goals.

Profile

A successful Director of Preconstruction| Construction | Austin, TX

• Minimum of 5+ years of Estimating experience, ideally at a commercial general contractor
• Preferably have a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Architecture or a related field
• Deep knowledge of estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and constructability analysis.
• Ability to align preconstruction strategies with overall project goals and company objectives.
• Extensive experience in commercial construction preconstruction (ground-up preferred).
• Track record of managing large, complex projects from concept through GMP.
• Familiarity with design-build, CM-at-risk, and negotiated work delivery methods.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for client and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in estimating software and scheduling tools (e.g., Sage, Procore, Primavera).

Job Offer

On offer for a Director of Preconstruction| Construction | Austin, TX

• $115K - $130K base DOE
• Semi-Annual Bonus Structure
• ESOP & 401K match
• Car allowance
• Gas card
• Health, Dental, Vision

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