Director of Preconstruction

MCL Construction

$110K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of management-level experience in preconstruction, estimating, or construction.
  • Experience with diverse commercial projects from concept to construction documents, including GMP and CMAR delivery.
  • Proficient with estimating platforms (Timberline or On-Screen Takeoff) and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Fluent in RFP/RFQ preparation, contract negotiations, scheduling, and purchasing.
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a proven track record in the industry.

Responsibilities

  • Own projects from initial concept to groundbreaking execution.
  • Direct design development and ensure the accuracy of cost estimates.
  • Build and analyze cost models for preconstruction and bidding.
  • Collaborate with operations to align project strategies and financial goals.
  • Lead and mentor a team of preconstruction managers and estimators.
  • Establish department standards and continuously improve practices.
  • Guide stakeholders through all phases of project development.

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you and your dependents.
  • 401(k) with employer contributions and profit sharing.
  • Employer-paid short-term disability insurance.
  • Generous paid time off (PTO).
  • A collaborative and team-oriented culture.
Full Job Description
Description

What You Bring to the Arena
  • Own a deep pipeline of ground-up and renovation projects from first concept through groundbreaking.
  • Direct conceptual, schematic, design development, GMP, and lump-sum estimates - and stand behind every one.
  • Build and analyze cost models that hold up under pressure through precon and bidding.
  • Partner with operations to align margins, labor rates, and strategy so estimates win work that performs.
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of preconstruction managers and estimators.
  • Set department standards and implement policies and SOPs with a continuous-improvement mindset.
  • Guide owners, architects, and internal teams through every phase of project development.

The Skills Behind the Build
  • 10+ years of progressive, management-level experience in preconstruction, estimating, or construction.
  • Experience leading diverse commercial projects - ground-up and renovation - from concept through construction documents, including GMP and CMAR delivery (preferred).
  • Proficiency with estimating platforms like Timberline or On-Screen Takeoff, plus Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Fluency in RFP/RFQ preparation, contract negotiations, scheduling, and purchasing.
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field (preferred) - or the track record that proves you don't need one.
  • Comfortable leading a room of owners, architects, and subs - and leading a team with the same confidence.

Build What's Next

You've built the numbers people trust. We want to give you the room to run them - real ownership of a pipeline, not just a seat at the table when the numbers are presented.

MCL is growing, and so is the scope of this seat. You'll have a direct line to ownership, a voice in strategy, and a team that looks to you to set the standard.

Take on bigger pursuits. Develop future estimators and leaders. Help decide which work MCL goes after in the first place.

More ownership. More influence. More room to grow.

What We Offer
  • Competitive Salary
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) with employer contributions, Profit sharing
  • Employer-paid short-term disability
  • Generous PTO
  • A team-focused culture

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