Director of Preconstruction and Estimating

MP RPO•Peabody, MA

1d•$185,000 - $225,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We're seeking an experienced Director of Preconstruction & Estimating to lead and elevate our estimating and preconstruction functions. This executive-level role partners closely with company leadership to develop pursuit strategies, oversee complex project opportunities, mentor a talented estimating team, and ensure successful project execution from initial opportunity through turnover to Operations. The Director of Preconstruction & Estimating will provide strategic and operational leadership while helping shape the organization's continued growth and success.

Requirements

12+ years of progressive commercial construction estimating and preconstruction experience.
5+ years of leadership experience managing estimating, preconstruction, or related construction teams.
Significant experience working for a commercial general contractor or construction manager.
Demonstrated success leading complex project pursuits from concept through project award.
Extensive experience with conceptual estimating, negotiated work, GMP development, budgeting, and preconstruction services.
Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, procurement, logistics, subcontractor markets, and project delivery.
Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Deliver accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates.
Improve win rates while balancing risk and profitability.
Build and develop a high-performing estimating team.
Strengthen client and trade partner relationships.
Drive continuous improvement across estimating and preconstruction processes.
Contribute to company growth, backlog, profitability, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor the Estimating and Preconstruction teams while fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional development.
Manage department staffing, workload, resource planning, and performance expectations.
Build a high-performing team capable of supporting a growing project pipeline.
Oversee estimating activities from opportunity evaluation through final proposal submission and project award.
Develop pursuit strategies for negotiated and competitive projects.
Review and approve conceptual budgets, GMPs, ROM estimates, competitive bids, and pricing strategies.
Evaluate project risks, logistics, subcontractor coverage, procurement strategies, and scheduling.
Lead constructability reviews, value engineering, procurement planning, and risk assessments.
Collaborate closely with Operations to ensure seamless project turnover.
Participate in client meetings and provide executive-level leadership throughout the preconstruction process.
Serve as a trusted advisor during project pursuits and client presentations.
Build lasting relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and trade partners.
Support business development efforts through conceptual budgeting, strategic planning, and client engagement.
Improve estimating processes, technology, reporting, and best practices.
Monitor key performance indicators including win rate, estimate accuracy, profitability, and department capacity.
Drive innovation and scalable processes that support long-term growth.