Director, Preconstruction & Estimating

Jobot; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 185,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jobot in Birmingham, AL seeks a Director of Estimating & Preconstruction to lead the estimating and preconstruction functions for a forward-thinking construction organization focused on modular design-build and advanced manufacturing.

The role requires executive leadership experience across multiple sectors, with a track record of delivering accurate pricing, risk management, and profitability. Salary ranges acknowledge strategic responsibility and travel up to 35%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the estimating and preconstruction function for an innovative construction organization.
• Develop pricing strategies and manage financial risk across large projects.
• Drive profitability across complex programs in data centers, healthcare, retail, and emerging building markets.

Job description

A bit about us

We exist to make better buildings faster. We are part of a larger framework - Design Manufacture Construct (DMC) - that guide building design so that construction can leverage manufacturing productivity. We’re made up of smart architects, engineers, manufacturers, programmers, and other generalists that are united by the notion that to make great things intelligently is a worthy pursuit. We are seeking a talented and energetic Architects to join our design group. Job description: As a Program Architect, you will work with project teams in a dynamic, rapid-growth work environment with bright and talented engineers, architects, designers, builders, crafters, and manufacturers to improve and deploy a prototype building program and to build an alternative to the traditional construction industry. From desk to factory floor to job sites and client meetings, you will be challenged to develop your skills in a new field, taking a critical role in project delivery via the DMC methodology.

Why join us

We offer the full spectrum of comprehensive benefits including: health, dental, and vision insurance. We also offer flexible spending accounts, paid time off, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance and a 401k plan.

Job Details

Director of Estimating & Preconstruction

Salary: $185,000 - $245,000 per year

Industry: Construction | Modular Construction | Design-Build | Advanced Manufacturing

Position Type: Full-Time | Executive Leadership

Travel: Up to 35%

Reports To: Executive Leadership

Position Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Estimating & Preconstruction to lead and oversee the estimating and preconstruction function for an innovative construction organization specializing in advanced manufacturing, modular construction, and integrated building solutions. This executive-level leadership position will oversee estimating operations across multiple project sectors, including data centers, healthcare, retail, and emerging building markets. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience leading large-scale estimating and preconstruction teams, developing pricing strategies, managing financial risk, and driving profitability across complex construction programs. This individual will be responsible for the accuracy, consistency, and financial performance of all estimates, while establishing organizational standards, strengthening cost intelligence, and supporting strategic business growth. The role requires a proven leader who can operate at both the strategic and operational levels, collaborate with