Vice President of Preconstruction

Mark III Construction•Sacramento, CA

2d•$200 - $215•Onsite

About The Position

Mark III Construction (M3) seeks a highly experienced Vice President of Preconstruction (VP of Precon) to provide day-to-day leadership and management of M3’s Preconstruction organization, in alignment with the company core values and strategic objectives. Reporting directly to the M3 Chief Operating Officer (COO), the primary role of the VP of Precon is to drive excellence in the newly reorganized Preconstruction department which consists of Estimating, Design-Build, VDC, and Procurement. The VP of Precon is responsible for the alignment, development, improvement, and execution of the preconstruction processes and deliverables that support the M3 (and affiliated entities) growth strategy. Moreover, the VP of Precon is responsible for optimizing and growing M3’s Preconstruction department, and for developing scalable structures that are designed to maximize the productivity of all M3 operations. Additional high-level duties include: Aligning preconstruction strategy with overall corporate and affiliated entity strategies Fostering a collaborative environment within Preconstruction organization and with other M3 entities, including Operations Ensuring effective recruiting, onboarding, professional development, and performance management of Preconstruction personnel Embracing innovation within the Preconstruction department to support M3’s vision of “Leading the Evolution of Construction” Who we are : Mark III is a full-service construction company comprised of three complementary business units: M3 MEP, M3 Service, and M3 Components . We support projects from initial concept through long-term maintenance, with specialized expertise in healthcare, higher education, industrial, life science, and technology markets. Our integrated, big-picture approach allows us to self-perform electrical, HVAC, plumbing, process piping, prefabrication, and MEP design. By consolidating these services under one organization, clients benefit from reduced profit layers, minimized scope gaps, and simplified project schedules—working with a single, accountable partner rather than multiple consultants and subcontractors. Headquartered in Sacramento, California, Mark III operates throughout California and Nevada. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility serves as a centralized hub supporting five core trades: HVAC, mechanical piping, plumbing, electrical, and metal-stud framing. To support our continued growth, we will be relocating from our current combined 62,000 square feet of office and operational space to a new 340,000-square-foot headquarters at 2031 Optisolar Lane , with the move planned for completion by the end of Q2 2026 . Mission: Leading the Evolution of Construction Vision: Exposing the World to a New Way to Build Core Values: Teamwork Excellence Perseverance Integrity Continuous Improvement

Requirements

B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or other related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
10+ years of preconstruction related experience with construction firm or architect
In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices
Demonstrated experience in estimating, design-build, or VDC
Proven track record of managing high-performing teams
Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with M3 core values
Thinks strategically
Highly motivated to get results; Gets it and gets it done
Ability to build trust and influence others both internally and externally
Exemplifies a “continuous improvement” mentality
Strong communication skills with ability to communicate to varied audiences

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership Set overall preconstruction strategy aligned with company growth objectives
Establish departmental standards, processes, and best practices across all delivery methods
Own P&L for preconstruction department, including budget, staffing, and resource allocation
Participate in pursuit strategy decisions – go/no-go determinations for major opportunities
Establish and monitor departmental KPI to measure success and accountability
Drive prefabrication and industrialized construction as competitive advantages for M3 in the marketplace
Organizational Management Hire, develop, and retain preconstruction talent across all disciplines
Manage workload distribution and resource allocation across projects
Acquire external resources to support project pursuits when needed
Facilitate collaboration between Estimating, Design-Build, VDC, and Procurement departments
Hold team accountable for success metrics and project deliverables
Ensure smooth project handoffs from Business Development to Preconstruction to Operations
Resolve conflicts and remove obstacles for direct reports
Client and Business Development Support Business Development in the identification, capture strategy, and closing of project opportunities
Develop preconstruction presentations and participate in interviews for major pursuits
Cultivate owner, architect, and GC relationships to generate design-build opportunities
Represent company at industry events and conferences
Technical Oversight Review and approve estimates and proposals based on company thresholds
Establish risk management policy and contingency guidelines
Review constructability assessments and value engineering recommendations
Ensure quality control processes are followed consistently
Review project schedules and budgets and hold team accountable for deliverables
Cross-Departmental Coordination Represent Preconstruction department on the Executive Leadership Team
Partner with VP of MEP, VP of Components, and VP of Service on project transitions and lessons learned
Support M3 and affiliated entity strategic goals and quarterly rocks