Director of Preconstruction

The Garrett Companies is seeking a Director of Preconstruction to lead and manage preconstruction efforts across multiple markets. This key leadership role bridges our Development and Construction Teams, overseeing bids, buyouts, permits, RFIs, and addendums throughout the entire project lifecycle. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in wood-frame multifamily construction, excels at building subcontractor relationships, and can identify scope gaps and plan conflicts with precision. This role requires strong team leadership, strategic vision, and hands-on expertise in on-screen takeoffs to quantify materials and scopes of work while driving policies and procedures that support long-term growth. At The Garrett Companies, we believe that through the relentless pursuit of excellence we can become the most successful multifamily development company in the country. We want to be the best, and we're unapologetic about it! We have been named the #1 fastest growing, privately held real estate company in the USA (Inc.500, 2018). Not only that, but we're also the best-decorated team in the multifamily industry as a 100% certified Great Place to Work. With over 35 total awards, 18 national recognitions, and a 6+ year winning streak, we are passionate about the culture we foster and the team we choose to support it. If you want to grow your career with a nationally recognized and committed leader of excellence, then we encourage you to apply! Duties and Responsibilities Oversees and leads precon team in plan review and cost analysis processes. Creates, reviews, and evolves historical cost data to increase its accuracy as a resource. Reviews plan quantity take offs and documentation. Use quantity takeoffs and past cost data to develop and / or review initial budgets. Ensures all budgets are updated as needed and as directed by Development Project Manager. Helps set and evolve plan sheets to ensure Garrett Standards are being achieved. Assists in plan coordination between all plan sheet layers (MEP, Site, Structural, Interiors, Architectural) Assists in Identifying RFI's and potential plan errors early in process to reduce RFI's during construction phase. Identifies opportunities for efficiencies and cost savings. Leads the Garrett bid process, subcontractor identification and outreach, and other related preconstruction activities. Ability to perform all duties as defined in the "Preconstruction" section of the Garrett Policies and Procedures. Prerequisites Must have eight (8) of experience in construction processes, plans, and systems (must have experience in wood frame multifamily construction). Must have a degree from an accredited university with a focus on construction, engineering, or relevant field of study, OR relevant work experience and history of success in such role. Depth of experience in plan review and quality control. Excellent written and verbal skills. Strong organization skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Proficiency in PROCORE. Proficiency in On Screen Take Off / BlueBeam. Budget-management skills. Professional judgment and discretion that comes from experience in working with customer services, internal teams, and 3rd party consultants. Analytical skills to forecast and identify trends and challenges. Familiarity with the latest trends, technologies and methodologies at it relates to this role. Pre-Prerequisites (these are the most important items) Positive attitude. Coachable. Ability to listen and understand intents and goals. Ability to think creatively and innovatively. Relentless problem solving skills. Must understand the difference between causation and correlation. Ability to think 2+ steps ahead and anticipate what comes next. Must be willing to work and support at all levels.

Initial Training and Orientation:

Garrett Companies Onboard program. Scheduled Weekly Meeting with Team Members.

Ongoing Training:

Membership to professional organizations and continuing education is supported by The Garrett Companies •We appreciate the interest from recruitment agencies; however, we are not engaging agency services for this position at this time.