Director of Preconstruction

Blue Ridge Executive Search•Denver, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Preconstruction is responsible for leading the Company’s preconstruction efforts. The Director of Preconstruction will oversee and manage the estimating, planning, and execution of projects from initial concept and throughout the preconstruction phase. Since nearly all of our work is negotiated with repeat and referral clients, the Director of Preconstruction will promote customer focused approaches to preconstruction efforts by anticipating customer needs and expectations, gaining an understanding of customer priorities, and building a relationship of trust.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Engineering, Construction Management.
Seven (7) years in construction and 5 years estimating / Preconstruction experience.
Background in General Contracting consisting of mid-size jobs.
Experience with various building types. (i.e. Multi-family, mixed use residential, healthcare, office, etc.)
Solid computer skills; Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and scheduling software.
Verifiable work references demonstrating exceptional skills and achievements including: High level of professionalism; Dependable, results-focused and ethical History of delivering on projects and commitments and strong communication with internal stakeholders and externally with Owners and Design Teams.
Strong organization, multi-tasking and planning skills
Excellent customer service orientation and verbal written communication skills
Strong leadership skills
Successful completion of post-offer background and drug screens

Nice To Haves

Procore project management software experience a plus.
Knowledge of the Denver Market is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide preconstruction activities for ground up projects $10M to $50M
Collaborate with CEO & President on company objectives and pursue leads in alignment with Company strategy and goals.
Establish and maintain relationships with existing and new clients.
Able to prepare project budgets from very limited design information (i.e. SD, DD, etc.).
Track project historical costs.
Participate in business development and work with company stakeholders and aide in the preparation of RFP responses and subsequent interviews.
Provide expertise related to constructability and building systems over-view.
Effectively communicate and participate in design meetings in order incorporate value into final designs.
Oversee/manage/mentor project staff assigned to your project team.
Resolve common project problems to maintain good business relationships and outcomes for company.