Director of PreConstruction and Project Integration

Rjm Construction; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 166,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Open PTO

Bonus opportunity

Retirement plan with employer match

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

RJM Construction in Golden Valley, MN is seeking a Director of Preconstruction & Project Integration to lead estimating, QA/QC, and MEP teams. You will drive cross-functional collaboration, align workflows from preconstruction through closeout, and ensure adherence to RJM’s processes to deliver high-quality outcomes.

This full-time role requires a 4-year degree, 12+ years in construction, and at least 5 years in leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 12+ years of relevant experience; 5+ years leading teams.
• Experience in commercial construction.
• Proficiency in Excel, Sage, Vista and Procore.
• LEAN experience preferred; LEED experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction, QA/QC, and MEP teams; ensure cross-functional collaboration.
• Align workflows across preconstruction, operations, and closeout.
• Drive process excellence and compliance with RJM processes.
• Develop staffing plans and mentor leaders.
• Improve client experience and drive profitable project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Client-focused

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

Sage

Vista

Procore

Job description

Job Location: Corporate Headquarters - Golden Valley, MN 55427

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $166,000.00 - $300,000.00 Salary/year

Job Category: Construction

Position Summary: The Director of Preconstruction & Project Integration is responsible for delivering a consistent, high-quality client experience from preconstruction through project closeout. This role leads the Estimating, QA/QC, and MEP teams while driving cross-functional collaboration, process excellence, and accountability across the organization. By aligning teams, optimizing project delivery practices, and ensuring adherence to RJM's processes, this position helps achieve successful project outcomes and shared organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Align workflows across preconstruction, operations, and closeout.
  • Improve communication, eliminate inefficiencies, and standardize processes.
  • Ensure strategies to maximize project success are developed early, communicated thoroughly, and executed effectively.
• Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead, mentor, and develop leaders of the estimating, QA/QC, and MEP teams. Additional roles/departments may be added as a result of company growth and need.
  • Support training, onboarding, and continuous improvement related to this role’s responsibilities.
  • Partner with leaders to address staffing and skill gaps.
• Client Experience
  • Support teams to ensure client expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Improve service department delivery and resolve issues thoroughly and quickly.
  • Support strong client relationships and enable repeat business.
• Process & Performance Optimization
  • Enhance processes, tools, and best practices. Ensure all required project setup and execution processes are consistently followed, while identifying where market- or job-specific adaptations may be beneficial.
  • Identify inefficiencies in project deliveries that maximize profitability and stakeholder experiences.
  • Develop and track proactive performance metrics, KPIs, etc., and drive results through accountability.
  • Ensure compliance and alignment with safety, quality, and risk standards.
• Strategic Leadership
  • Lead or partner with other leaders, aligning strategic initiatives with business goals.
  • Support long-term planning, staffing, and organizational structure by identifying short- and long-term staffing requirements that maintain competitive overhead levels.
  • Promote the company’s values and financial success.

Qualifications Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• 12+ years of relevant experience; 5+ years leading teams

Skills/Certifications

• Experience in commercial construction preferred
• Proficiency in tools such as Excel, Sage, Vista, and Procore
• LEAN experience preferred
• LEED experience preferred

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and cross-functional influence
• Enterprise-wide systems thinking and operational expertise
• Clear communication and problem-solving skills
• Client-focused mindset and sound decision-making

At RJM, you’ll find:

• A people first culture built on trust, teamwork, and integrity
• A collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous improvement
• A leadership team that invests in your success
• Competitive pay ($166-300K/per annum) and comprehensive benefits, including
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Open PTO
  • Bonus opportunity
  • Retirement plan with employer match
  • Voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance

RJM is an Equal Opportunity and Affi