Skanska

Senior Director - Preconstruction

Skanska$120K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 17+ years of construction industry experience.
  • 15+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
  • Proven leadership in managing preconstruction teams and complex project portfolios.
  • Expertise in value engineering, estimating, procurement, risk management, and client engagement.
  • Proficient in estimating software, BIM, and preconstruction technologies.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

  • Manage project estimates, budgets, schedules, and procurement strategies.
  • Lead preconstruction teams and mentor staff for professional growth.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, design partners, and stakeholders.
  • Drive estimating excellence and ensure quality of preconstruction deliverables.
  • Develop innovative cost-saving solutions and support strategic growth initiatives.
  • Manage multiple projects and teams effectively.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Personalized support for physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
  • Commitment to staff development and career growth.
  • Competitive base salary with an excellent bonus program.
  • 401k plan and employee ownership opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Overview

The Senior Director, Preconstruction is responsible for managing project estimates, budgets, schedules, procurement strategies, risk management, and client deliverables from concept through contract execution. The Senior Director will provide leadership to preconstruction teams, mentor and develop staff, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients, design partners, and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in commercial construction estimating, value management, project planning, and market analysis, along with strong client-facing and business development skills. This leader will drive estimating excellence, ensure the quality and accuracy of preconstruction deliverables, develop innovative cost-saving solutions, and support strategic growth initiatives while managing multiple projects and teams.

 

Project Manager Required  Qualifications:

      • 17+ years of construction industry experience.
      • 15+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
      • Proven leadership experience managing preconstruction teams and complex project portfolios.
      • Strong expertise in value engineering, conceptual and detailed estimating, procurement, risk management, and client engagement.
      • Experience with estimating software, BIM, and other preconstruction technologies.
      • Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Our Investment in you:

      • We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
      • As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there’s a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
      • At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we’re committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
      • We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth
      • Compensation and financial well-being – Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program. 

Come work with us and join a winning team!

 

Apply Today for Immediate Consideration!

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Primary LocationUS-GA-Atlanta Primary Work Location/AssignmentOnsite Skanska Business UnitSkanska USA Building Inc. Employee StatusFull Time Salary Low Salary High

About Skanska

Skanska is a multinational construction and development company based in Sweden. The company operates in Europe, North America, and Latin America, and provides a range of services including construction, development, and infrastructure services. Skanska has a strong focus on sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. The company was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
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