Director of Preconstruction (Commercial Masonry Construction)

Tiello; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Tiello LLC partners with a well-established commercial masonry contractor in the Southeast. The Director of Preconstruction will lead estimating and preconstruction, shaping bid strategy, cost development, and team performance to position the company for growth.

The role requires extensive masonry estimating experience, strong leadership, and the ability to implement processes that improve profitability and efficiency, while collaborating with clients, general contractors, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Experience leading an estimating team and preconstruction operations.
• Knowledge of commercial masonry construction methods and costs.
• Ability to develop bid strategies and identify profitability opportunities.
• Proficiency with estimating software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and estimating for commercial masonry projects from bid to submission.
• Mentor estimating team and establish standards.
• Review drawings, specifications, and scope to determine costs and labor.
• Prepare detailed masonry estimates including takeoffs and pricing.
• Develop bid strategies and manage bid calendars.
• Build relationships with general contractors, owners, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.
• Collaborate with operations to ensure smooth transition to execution.
• Review historical costs and improve forecasting.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Support growth by evaluating market opportunities and client relations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

Cost estimation

Education

Construction management or civil engineering degree

Tools

Estimating software

Digital takeoff tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Director of Preconstruction (Commercial Masonry Construction)

Location

Atlanta, GA

Compensation

$130,000 - $160,000/year DOE

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee
• PTO + Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match

Company Overview

Tiello has partnered with a well-established commercial masonry contractor with a strong presence across the Southeast. Known for its commitment to craftsmanship, collaboration, and integrity, this firm continues to expand its portfolio of commercial masonry projects and is seeking an experienced preconstruction professional to lead its estimating efforts and support continued growth.

Role Summary

The Director of Preconstruction will lead the company's estimating and preconstruction operations, overseeing bid strategy, cost development, project pursuits, and team performance. This individual will play a key role in evaluating new opportunities, developing competitive and accurate estimates, identifying project risks, and collaborating with clients, general contractors, and internal project teams to position the company for success. The ideal candidate will bring extensive commercial masonry estimating experience, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to develop processes that improve estimating accuracy, profitability, and operational efficiency.

Project Types

Commercial Masonry Projects – Education, Healthcare, Institutional, Mixed-Use, Multifamily, and Commercial Developments ($1M – $30M)

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all preconstruction and estimating activities for commercial masonry projects, from initial bid review through final proposal submission.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the estimating team while establishing consistent estimating standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Review drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements to determine scope, labor needs, material quantities, equipment requirements, and overall project costs.
• Prepare and review detailed masonry estimates, including quantity takeoffs, labor productivity calculations, material pricing, equipment costs, subcontractor pricing, and indirect costs.
• Establish bid strategies, evaluate project risks, and develop competitive pricing strategies that align with company profitability objectives.
• Oversee bid calendars, workload distribution, bid prioritization, and estimating deadlines to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Build and maintain relationships with general contractors, owners, suppliers, subcontractors, and industry partners to support business development and project acquisition.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities, alternative construction methods, and cost-saving solutions while maintaining project quality and constructability.
• Collaborate with operations, project management, and field leadership to ensure a smooth transition from estimating and preconstruction into project execution.
• Review historical project costs, labor performance, and estimating results to improve cost forecasting and bid accuracy.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, scope reviews, and client presentations as needed.
• Support strategic growth initiatives by evaluating market opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and improving the company's overall bidding and preconstruction processes.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Minimum 7–10+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, with a strong emphasis on commercial masonry.
• Previous experience leading an estimating team, managing preconstruction operations, or serving in a senior estimating leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of commercial masonry construction methods, materials, labor production rates, and installation practices.
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, bid proposals, and project cost analyses.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, scope development, bid documents, and subcontractor procurement.
• Experience with commercial masonry projects across sectors such as education, healthcare, institutional, multifamily, and commercial construction.
• Demonstrated ability to develop bid strategies, evaluate project risk, and identify opportunities to improve profitability.
• Strong communication, negotiation, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with estimating software, digital takeoff tools, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred, but not required.

Legal & EEO Language

Tiello LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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