Director of Preconstruction

Insight Global; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Director of Preconstruction to lead the development of competitive proposals and estimates. This role involves managing multidisciplinary teams and shaping project strategies while ensuring costs align with business goals. The ideal candidate has 8-10 years of experience in construction and strong leadership skills, contributing to the firm's growth through client relationships and successful project execution. Travel may be required at times for client interactions.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of construction experience, preferably with mission critical projects.
• Deep technical knowledge of preconstruction and estimating best practices.
• Strong understanding of market conditions, competition, costs, risks, and rewards.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans to define scopes of work and costs.
• Prepare competitive estimates ensuring bids align with goals.
• Lead estimating teams for various delivery methods.

Skills

Construction experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel

Procore

Bluebeam

Communication skills

Collaborative leadership

Job description

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Director of Preconstruction

The Director of Preconstruction is responsible for leading the development of accurate, competitive, and timely proposals and estimates that position Logan Pass Construction as a responsive and strategic bidder. This role provides leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary preconstruction and estimating teams while independently managing highly complex projects. The Director of Preconstruction plays a critical role in shaping project strategy, managing risk, and supporting business growth through strong client and partner relationships.

Location

This position may be based out of any of our offices in Dallas, TX; Madison, WI; or Sterling, VA.

What You’ll Do

• Review project plans, specifications, and requirements to clearly define scopes of work, labor, material, and equipment costs.
• Prepare accurate, competitive estimates and proposals across multiple delivery methods, ensuring bids align with quality, schedule, and profitability goals.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary estimating teams, including hard bids, negotiated, and conceptual estimates.
• Analyze bid documents, logistics, and schedules to assess risk and advise on pricing strategies, alternatives, and execution approaches.
• Develop bid packages through detailed analysis of subcontractor and supplier pricing, leveraging historical cost data and team experience.
• Lead responses to RFPs and position Logan Pass Construction as a contractor of choice.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, architects, engineers, and owners.
• Coordinate with project managers and leadership on schedules, general conditions, and final pricing.
• Conduct turnover/debriefing meetings upon project award/completion to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure timely, accurate assembly of all bid submission requirements, including bonds, signatures, and diversity documentation.

What You Bring

• 8-10 years of construction experience, preferably with mission critical, data center, or technically complex projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel, Procore, Bluebeam.
• Ability to perform all duties of an Estimator and Senior Estimator, with deep technical knowledge of preconstruction and estimating best practices.
• Strong understanding of market conditions, competition, costs, risks, and rewards that impact bid strategy and project outcomes.
• Strong communication and listening skills; able to clearly present ideas, enable others, and drive alignment across teams.
• Collaborative leadership style that engages others, encourages high performance, and emphasizes the value of team contributions.
• Continuous improvement mindset with high energy, enthusiasm, and a commitment to personal and team growth.

Travel

20%

Salary

150,000 - 200,000

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Construction