Director of Preconstruction, Data Center Services

Circet USA

$125K — $150K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field; relevant experience can substitute for degree.
  • 10+ years in data center, telecommunications, network infrastructure, or mission-critical construction.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in preconstruction or estimating.
  • Strong knowledge of estimating, scheduling, procurement, and risk management.
  • Familiarity with BIM or similar design software.
  • Proficiency in Accubid or comparable estimating software.
  • OSHA 30 certification (can be obtained after hiring).
  • Willingness to travel 25-50% for project visits and client engagements.

Responsibilities

  • Lead preconstruction from opportunity assessment through to construction handoff.
  • Develop and manage project estimates, budgets, and execution plans.
  • Conduct constructability reviews and value engineering.
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Supply Chain teams to meet cost and schedule goals.
  • Establish preconstruction standards and performance metrics.
  • Build and lead a team of estimators and BIM specialists.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth and development in a leadership role.
  • Engagement in high-impact projects focusing on cutting-edge technology.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive project success.
  • Ability to shape preconstruction practices and standards within the organization.
Full Job Description
Job Summary and Responsibilities

Circet USA is a premier technology infrastructure design, build, and maintain partner. The Director of Preconstruction leads planning, estimating, cost modeling, constructability reviews, and project readiness activities for data center network infrastructure projects. This role partners with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Construction teams to ensure projects are accurately scoped, budgeted, risk-assessed, and prepared for successful execution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following; other duties may be assigned:
  • Lead preconstruction activities from opportunity through construction handoff.
  • Develop and manage project estimates, budgets, schedules, and execution plans.
  • Drive constructability reviews, value engineering, and risk assessments.
  • Partner with Engineering and Supply Chain teams to align solutions with cost and schedule objectives.
  • Establish preconstruction standards, processes, and performance metrics.
  • Build and lead a high-performing team inclusive of both estimators and BIM lead.


Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field; relevant experience can be substituted for degree.
  • 10+ years of experience in data center, telecommunications, network infrastructure, or mission-critical construction.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project delivery.
  • Strong knowledge of estimating, scheduling, procurement, and risk management.
  • Working knowledge of BIM or similar design software
  • Strong knowledge of Accubid or similar estimating software
  • OSHA 30 (can be acquired post-hire if necessary)
  • Ability to travel - anticipated travel of 25-50% based on need to include project visits and client facing engagements

COMPETENCIES
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Cost Estimating & Financial Analysis
  • Project Planning & Scheduling
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Risk Management
  • Executive Communication


SUCCESS MEASURES
  • Estimate accuracy
  • On-time project readiness
  • Cost savings and value engineering results
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Team engagement


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