Director of Preconstruction - Worcester, MA - $225k

Family owned general contractor with over 100+ years in business to looking for a Director of Preconstruction to manage their estimating department! Apply today for immediate consideration!

Client Details

Our client is a 4th-generation, family-owned business has been in operation for 100+ years. It operates as a multi-division company with over 600 employees and generates between $150M-$200M in annual revenue. Its divisions span across construction, real estate development, equipment leasing, and utility management. The firm serves clients across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Connecticut, with a market focus on energy, water, wastewater, commercial (offices and labs), industrial, and institutional sectors. Their business is guided by four core principles: Safety, People, Profitability, and New Business Generation.They are actively seeking a Director of Preconstruction that can make an immediate impact.

Description

The Director of Preconstruction responsibilities:

• Managing the estimating department in its function of developing hard bids, construction management estimates, design-build proposals, and other types of project estimates
• Preparing the weekly bid calendar and ensuring timely completion of estimates
• Managing and coordinating the department workload
• Participating in the determination of which projects the company will pursue
• Evaluating the performance of department personnel and developing strategies to advance the capabilities of the estimating staff through assignments and training
• Identifying and monitoring career paths for estimating staff
• Hiring and evaluating estimating staff and training them to ensure their skill sets support corporate goals
• Monitoring the success and accuracy of the department's estimates
• Overseeing the management of the estimating database and historical building costs
• Reviewing the subcontractor and supplier database
• Managing the project buyout following a successful bid

Profile

The successful candidate will have:

• B.S degree in engineering or construction management
• 10+ years experience with a commercial or industrial general contractor
• Detail oriented with a demonstrated ability to organize and manage detailed analysis
• Experience with estimating, scheduling and/or project management technology
• Have a high degree of competency with estimating software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work in a high-pressure environment with tight deadlines
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

Job Offer

The Director of Preconstruction will receive

• Competitive base compensation up to $210k (based on previous experience)
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Profit Sharing plan
• Vehicle allowance
• Opportunity to lead a team of 7+

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