Director of Preconstruction

Stellar; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote & hybrid work

Paid time off

Medical insurance options

401(k) company match

Job summary

Stellar, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, seeks a Director of Preconstruction to supervise early project activities, craft budgets and schedules, and guide a multidisciplinary team to align with owner requirements.

The role collaborates with clients, architects, engineers and subcontractors, drives value engineering, manages risk, and supports proposals and GMP deliverables for complex projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in preconstruction or similar role.
• Proven track record in managing preconstruction phases of large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all preconstruction activities.
• Develop accurate budgets, schedules, and project plans.
• Lead the preconstruction team to meet deliverable dates and owner requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks alongside business leaders.
• Support proposals and development of GMP deliverables.
• Balance multiple priorities to drive project success.

Skills

Leadership

Cost knowledge

Communication

Project management software

Plans & specs analysis

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

10+ years in preconstruction

Tools

Preconstruction software

Estimating tools

Job description

The Director of Preconstruction is responsible for overseeing all preconstruction activities, ensuring the successful planning and execution of projects before they break ground. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, to develop accurate budgets, schedules, and project plans. The Director will lead the preconstruction team, manage risk assessments, and ensure compliance with all owner program requirements. This position demands a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership and communication skills, adept at balancing multiple priorities and driving projects to successful completion.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee all preconstruction activities
• Ensure successful planning and execution of projects before they break ground
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
• Develop accurate budgets, schedules, and project plans
• Lead the preconstruction team to meet deliverable dates and owner requirements
• Work alongside business unit leader to identify and mitigate projects risks
• Ensure project plan is compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
• Participate in proposals and project pursuits. Support the development and delivery of both written and oral presentations for new project acquisitions.
• Manage preconstruction team workload, deploying resources as needed to support project or pursuit requirements.
• Compile project estimates that accurately reflect project execution plans developed alongside project managers and superintendents.
• Manage a preconstruction database inclusive of historical cost data and market trends/conditions. Assess past estimates for overall conformity and accuracy.
• Lead efforts to develop value management opportunities for clients during design development.
• Participate in the development of Guaranteed Maximum Price deliverables.
• Balance multiple priorities and drive projects to successful completion
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Extensive knowledge of construction costs as well as preconstruction processes and procedures
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Proficiency in project management software
• Ability to analyze and interpret construction plans and specifications
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy in work
• Capability to manage budgets and financial planning

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, or a related field
  • Proven track record in managing preconstruction phases of large-scale projects
  • Strong understanding of construction methods and technologies
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in preconstruction or a similar role
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Proficiency with preconstruction software and tools
  • Strong ability to deliver presentations and communicate information in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.

Travel Requirements:

• Flexibility to travel on short notice for urgent business needs, to attend meetings, trainings, and events.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance during business trips.
• Compliance with company travel policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer, phone, printer, scanner, and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity for detailed work and computer use
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 25 pounds of files, documents, and materials.

Stellar offers a comprehensive package which includes:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Remote & hybrid work options for many positions
• Paid Time Off – accrue 15 days (120 hours) within first year of service
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) – company match with immediate vesting

Stellar, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a fully integrated firm focusing on design, construction, architecture, engineering, and mechanical services worldwide for over 30 years. Stellar combines a multitude of capabilities to create buildings and systems of exceptional long-term quality, value and efficiency. From food processing plants and healthcare facilities to refrigerated warehouses, automated production lines and beyond, we offer an integrated approach to meet all our clients’ needs.

Stellar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by law.

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