A Director of Construction is a high-level manager who directs construction projects from project planning through completion. Manages project budget and schedule; works closely with architects, engineers, trades workers, and clients; supervises construction on site and manages subcontractors; coordinates permits and regulatory compliance as needed for projects.
Peabody, MA Job Details Full-time $185,000 - $225,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Construction negotiation Managing construction estimation projects Logistics Construction budget management Construction industry experience Construction team management Estimating construction project budgets Managing teams in a construction management role Construction scheduling Cost estimate preparation Commercial building projects Project leadership General management Project scheduling Senior leadership
Full Job Description Director of PreconstructionEstimating Location:
Greater Boston Area (Hybrid) Lead Strategy. Drive Growth. Build Winning Projects. Are you a seasoned commercial construction leader with a passion for estimating, preconstruction, and developing high-performing teams? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your strategic insight directly influences company growth, project success, and client relationships? We're seeking an experienced Director of PreconstructionEstimating to lead and elevate our estimating and preconstruction functions. This executive-level role partners closely with company leadership to develop pursuit strategies, oversee complex project opportunities, mentor a talented estimating team, and ensure successful project execution from initial opportunity through turnover to Operations. If you're an accomplished construction professional who combines technical expertise with strong business acumen and leadership, we'd love to connect with you. What You'll Do As the Director of PreconstructionEstimating, you'll provide strategic and operational leadership while helping shape the organization's continued growth and success. Key Responsibilities LeadershipTeam Development Lead and mentor the Estimating and Preconstruction teams while fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional development. Manage department staffing, workload, resource planning, and performance expectations. Build a high-performing team capable of supporting a growing project pipeline. EstimatingPursuit Strategy Oversee estimating activities from opportunity evaluation through final proposal submission and project award. Develop pursuit strategies for negotiated and competitive projects. Review and approve conceptual budgets, GMPs, ROM estimates, competitive bids, and pricing strategies. Evaluate project risks, logistics, subcontractor coverage, procurement strategies, and scheduling. Preconstruction Leadership Lead constructability reviews, value engineering, procurement planning, and risk assessments. Collaborate closely with Operations to ensure seamless project turnover. Participate in client meetings and provide executive-level leadership throughout the preconstruction process. ClientBusiness Development Serve as a trusted advisor during project pursuits and client presentations. Build lasting relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and trade partners. Support business development efforts through conceptual budgeting, strategic planning, and client engagement. Continuous Improvement Improve estimating processes, technology, reporting, and best practices. Monitor key performance indicators including win rate, estimate accuracy, profitability, and department capacity. Drive innovation and scalable processes that support long-term growth. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications 12+ years of progressive commercial construction estimating and preconstruction experience. 5+ years of leadership experience managing estimating, preconstruction, or related construction teams. Significant experience working for a commercial general contractor or construction manager. Demonstrated success leading complex project pursuits from concept through project award. Extensive experience with conceptual estimating, negotiated work, GMP development, budgeting, and preconstruction services. Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, procurement, logistics, subcontractor markets, and project delivery. Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered. What Success Looks Like The ideal candidate will: Deliver accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates. Improve win rates while balancing risk and profitability. Build and develop a high-performing estimating team. Strengthen client and trade partner relationships. Drive continuous improvement across estimating and preconstruction processes. Contribute to company growth, backlog, profitability, and operational excellence. Why Join Us? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing commercial construction organization where you'll have direct influence on strategy, business development, and project success. You'll work alongside executive leadership, help shape the future of the business, and lead a team committed to delivering exceptional results. What We Offer Competitive executive compensation, 185,000-225,000 Annual performance bonus opportunity Comprehensive healthcare benefits, Client pays 80% 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Professional development and leadership growth Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement If you're ready to lead a high-performing preconstruction team, influence company strategy, and help win some of the region's most exciting commercial construction projects, we encourage you to apply today.
