Director of Preconstruction

+ Director of Preconstruction The Director of Preconstruction is responsible for leading and overseeing all preconstruction staff and activities, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with company strategy and client expectations. This role drives execution, maintains technical integrity, and contributes to the seamless integration between business development, estimating, and operations. The Director serves as the operational leader of the preconstruction team, focused on delivering competitive, risk-aware proposals and preparing projects for successful execution. + Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop all preconstruction and estimating personnel Deliver accurate, competitive, and risk-aware budgets and proposals Execute pursuit strategies in alignment with direction set by the Chief Revenue Officer Plan and manage preconstruction workload, staffing, and resource allocation Establish and maintain estimating standards, tools, and best practices Lead design-assist efforts, budget validation, and scope definition Oversee and ensure quality of Preconstruction-to-Operations handoff processes Coach, mentor, hire, and develop preconstruction team members Support client presentations, interviews, and relationship-building efforts as needed Conduct employee performance reviews and regular 1:1 meetings Approve or reject bid allowances where suppliers are not identified at proposal stage + Decision Making Authority This role operates under the principle that the CRO owns strategy and pricing intent, while the Director of Preconstruction owns execution and technical integrity.

Key decision responsibilities include:

Developing and executing estimates, assumptions, and scope definitions Leading risk identification and supporting buy-out planning Managing preconstruction staffing and team development Overseeing final proposal preparation and submission (in coordination with CRO) Approving Preconstruction-to-Operations handoff readiness + Success Metrics Win rate on targeted pursuits Margin accuracy compared to final project budgets Post-award budget variance Quality and effectiveness of Operations handoffs Retention, engagement, and performance of preconstruction staff Satisfaction of internal partners (Business Development and Operations) Achievement of established preconstruction KPIs + Education and Experience 10+ years of experience in preconstruction and/or estimating Proven leadership and team management experience Strong understanding of construction delivery methods (e.g., CMAR, Design-Build, GMP) Excellent communication skills and sound professional judgment High credibility with clients and trade partners + Compensation and Benefits Salaried/Exempt Position Company vehicle or vehicle allowance Position comes with health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as short term disability insurance. Time off that begins accruing immediately. Up to a 4% 401K match.

Salary Range:

$148,000

• 182,000 + Workplace Policies and Agreements FSLA Status
• Salaried/Exempt Current Driver's License is required. UA/7 Year Background Check is required upon acceptance. Schedule
• M-F
• Work Location
• In Office, In Person Sun Construction is a full-service general contractor specializing in technically challenging and unique projects.

Sun is adept at visualizing the complexities in project integration by addressing technical, logistical, and geographic challenges while integrating customer/other provided components and adaptation to unique customer requirements. All qualified applicants applying at Sun Construction will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. No unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$148,000.00

• $182,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person