Director, Preconstruction

McCownGordon Construction•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

People love to work here, plain and simple. It’s easy to love your job when you’re surrounded by driven, passionate leaders. We show up every day and give it our all; not because we have to, but because we want to. POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for group and/or department leadership. Accountable for execution of team and vertical market responsibilities. Leads teams and projects across multiple markets and multiple teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
13+ years’ experience in Estimating or Preconstruction.
Proven track record of training, leading and mentoring associates.
Extensive knowledge of estimating and preconstruction processes and software.

Responsibilities

Manages and develops relationships with the design team and client.
Monitors preconstruction process and ensures project success.
Builds relationships with clients, design partners and other project influencers.
Provides market and/or project team leadership.
Oversees and approves team strategies, processes, and deliverables.
Ensures team comprehension of contract and development and execution of the PFP.
Assists or develops pursuit process and strategy.
Networks actively within the construction industry and generates leads.
Leads in RFQ/RFP response.
May be involved in project interviews and preliminary client meetings.
Engages in professional, civic, or philanthropic organizations in a leadership position.
Leads the set-up of the GMP approval.
Conducts market analysis.
Manages department costs and Profit/Loss.
Leads development and growth of business unit preconstruction team.
Leads department initiatives.
Develops and implements training programs for associates to ensure their growth and conformance to McCownGordon procedures.