Director of Preconstruction PEMB

Fleming Complete•Mesa, AZ

17h

About The Position

The Director of Preconstruction leads preconstruction efforts for commercial construction projects and oversees the process from estimating and budgeting through client negotiations and contract management. The role is responsible for accurate cost projections, efficient resource planning, collaboration with project teams, and establishing a strong foundation for project execution. It also includes leading the preconstruction department, developing client relationships, and contributing to business strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in construction management or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience in preconstruction and full-cycle estimating.
At least 4 years in a formal leadership role managing direct reports.
At least 3 years working with Butler manufacturing.
Current valid Arizona Driver's License with a clean driving record.
Ability to work independently in the United States in various temperatures and environments.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Employment is dependent on passing a drug screening, physical, and background check.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30.

Responsibilities

Lead development of multi-tier cost models, negotiated GMP estimates, and hard-bid estimates.
Standardize and continuously improve departmental workflows, bid-leveling templates, and historical cost data tracking across market sectors.
Enforce target metrics for estimate accuracy.
Drive subcontractor bid coverage across major trade disciplines and foster relationships with regional trade partners.
Oversee alignment and leveling of subcontractor proposals to promote transparency and prevent unforeseen field change orders.
Manage, mentor, and develop the preconstruction department, including Senior and Junior Estimators and Preconstruction Managers.
Establish KPIs for department capacity, win/hit ratios, proposal cycle times, and margin health.
Standardize the handoff from Preconstruction to Operations, ensuring Project Managers and Field Superintendents have clear information about budget allocations, purchase orders, and execution risks.
Participate in go/no-go evaluations for prospective project pursuits, providing data-driven insights on risk, resource availability, and revenue potential.
Co-author competitive RFP/RFQ proposal responses and present with Business Development during major shortlist client interviews.
Structure and review contractual language, including AIA or custom owner agreements, to protect company financial interests and scope boundaries.