Director of Preconstruction

iSuite; Charlotte (NC); Presencial; USD 130.000 - 200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Health Insurance

401k with Company Contributions

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Descripción de la vacante

iSuite L.L.C. in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Director of Preconstruction to lead pursuit activities for mechanical contracting projects.

This senior role owns each opportunity from acknowledgement through contract signing, coordinating a cross‑functional team of estimating, engineering, and operations. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in preconstruction, estimating, or project management, with deep HVAC and plumbing knowledge, and proven negotiation and client‑facing skills.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Experience leading cross‑functional pursuit teams.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Proven track record in preconstruction, estimating, or PM.
• Excellent written/verbal communication and negotiation.
• Proficiency in Excel, Bluebeam/Navisworks, CRM tools.

Responsabilidades

• Own each assigned pursuit from opportunity acknowledgement through contract signing.
• Build and manage the pursuit plan and bid schedule with cross‑functional team.
• Review design documents for scope gaps, constructability, and cost.
• Develop cost estimates for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Lead front‑end terms, and negotiate contract terms with clients.
• Provide transition package to Operations at award.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Excel

CRM software

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

Excel

Bluebeam

Navisworks

CRM software

Descripción del empleo

Preconstruction Opportunity: Director of Preconstruction

iSuite L.L.C. is seeking a qualified professional to join our Preconstructionteam. iSuite is a business support services organization formed in 2023. The organization provides business development and pursuit, estimating, safety, accounting, human resources, information technology, marketing, and training services to clients within the Architecture, Engineering, Construction (A/E/C) industry.

This shared-services company supports the IMI business units and provides a uniform, employee-based culture founded on our Support the Build mentality. This mentality aligns with our employee-owned company so that all personnel take an owner’s mindset approach to our business. iSuite is headquartered in Nashville, TN and has branches in Granite City, IL, Chesterfield, MO and Charlotte, NC.

We are currently looking for a Director of Preconstruction, with an emphasis on Leading Pursuitsto join our Preconstruction team located at our office in Charlotte, NC and Raleigh, NC. Our ideal candidate for a Director of Preconstruction is someone who has 10+years of experience in mechanical contracting preconstruction, estimating, or project management. This role owns each assigned pursuit from opportunity acknowledgement through contract signing, scope, proposal, estimate review, client communication, post-bid negotiation, and contract terms, then handing a clean, fully understood project to Operations. This role has no direct reports but leads and aligns a cross-functional pursuit team.

Primary responsibilities for iSuite’s Director of Preconstruction include:

Owning each assigned pursuit from opportunity acknowledgement through contract signing, serving as the single accountable lead until the project is handed off to Operations.

Accepting the pursuit handoff from Business Development or opportunity you may have generated, keeping CRM current, and documenting client intent, scope assumptions, and key dates.

Building and managing the pursuit plan and bid schedule, including kickoff, scope review, and final-review meetings, and leading the cross-functional pursuit team (estimating, engineering, operations, and coordinators) to meet it.

Owning the outcome & process of each assigned pursuit: becoming the subject-matter expert on the scope, identifying risks and scope gaps early, documenting assumptions, clarifications, and exclusions, and presenting options so decisions are made with full information.

Reviewing design documents and specifications for scope gaps, constructability, and cost, and collaborating with clients, architects, and engineers to define scope, schedule, and budget.

Supporting estimating by reviewing and finalizing detailed and accurate cost estimates for HVAC, plumbing, and other mechanical systems, including materials, labor, and equipment.

Developing constructability, cost‑saving strategies for clients, and identifying budget concerns early in the planning process.

Proactively communicating pursuit status, key milestones, risks, decisions, and action items to all key stakeholders, ensuring BD, Estimating, Engineering, and Ops remain aligned, informed, and accountable throughout the pursuit lifecycle.

Assisting in developing project schedules, procurement strategies, and resource allocation plans, and providing input on project execution.

Preparing / writing the proposal, including scope narrative, pricing, proposal letter, and clarifications and exclusions that reflect the true scope, and ensuring a clean, quality checked on‑time submission (ensuring buy‑in from estimating, operations, and engineering).

Leading front‑end and contract terms and conditions review, identifying contractual, payment, schedule, bonding, and insurance requirements and risks, and escalating them to leadership before submission and signing.

Leading post‑bid communication and negotiation of price, scope, and contract terms with the client, with leadership approval as required, and owning the award‑to‑signature process, including open items, contract documents, and required submittals, until the agreement is fully executed.

Serving as the primary client contact from opportunity acknowledgement through contract signing, addressing questions, concerns, and changes promptly.

Coordinating with the Operations team to secure buy‑in on estimates, markups, factors, and margin, and delivering a documented transition package at award for a smooth handoff to construction Ops.

Contributing to go/no‑go decisions on technical feasibility, capacity, strategy, and risk.

Adhering to all relevant safety standards and company policies.

Non‑primary responsibilities that may be required:

Generating or originating opportunities when business needs require, which may include attending industry events, client meetings and staying in front of clients to learn about projects before they reach an RFP or RFQ, particularly for the client base you develop.

Staying updated on industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in mechanical contracting.

Primary qualifications for iSuite’s Director of Preconstruction include:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrated attention to detail, including experience preparing proposals with clarifications and exclusions and reviewing contract terms.

Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and related trades.

Proven experience managing multiple projects or pursuits simultaneously with a focus on budget, timeline, and quality.

Ability to lead and influence a cross‑functional team without direct reports.

Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Proficiency in Excel, construction software (e.g., Bluebeam, Navisworks), project management tools, and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce).

Ability to work collaboratively with a focus on internal team and client satisfaction.

Preferred qualifications (a plus, not required):

A minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical contracting, preconstruction, estimating, or project management within the construction industry.

Mechanical project management or fabrication experience.

Direct client‑facing experience, including owner or general contractor interactions through bid, negotiation, and contract award.

Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Salary Range: $130,000 - $200,000


• Employee Stock Ownership Program


• Discretionary Annual Bonus'


• Health Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• 401k with Discretionary Company Contributions


• Paid Time Off (Vacation; Sick Time)


• Paid Company Holidays


• Tuition Reimbursement Program


• Employee Assistance Program

DIVERSITY:

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion starts with us. The IMI companies strive to build a team that is truly reflective of the communities we serve in every level of our business. We know that when diverse minds and perspectives come together, the possibilities are limitless.

WHY iSuite L.L.C?

At the IMI companies, we don’t just admire thinking outside of the box, we encourage it. IMI knows that to tackle the challenging projects we are faced with every day takes a team of creative problem solvers who aren’t afraid to be bold. Which is why IMI companies work every day to create a work environment that gives back to our employees. Our family‑first approach and commitment to work‑life balance are just a couple of the things that make the IMI companies an ideal career destination.

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