Director, Preconstruction & Estimation

CPG; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

CPG is seeking a Director of Preconstruction & Estimation to lead the Preconstruction department in Ashburn, VA. You will strategize estimates and proposals, oversee bids and subcontractor relations, and drive KPI-based reporting across multiple teams.

The role emphasizes mentoring, team development, and adherence to best practices in mission-critical facility projects, with collaboration across construction, engineering, finance, procurement, and legal groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction or related field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years’ experience in data center design and construction.
• PMO depth with project/communication protocols.
• Strong leadership with team-building and development ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; cross-functional work.

Responsibilities

• Establishes strategy and process for estimates and proposals.
• Leads bid, negotiation, and subcontractor awards with cross-functional teams.
• Mentors and develops Preconstruction team; defines KPI reporting.
• Coordinates with internal teams for RFPs and bid documents.
• Guides budgets, contracts, and project plans during preconstruction.
• Oversight of end-to-end coordination across planning, design, and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Communication

Problem solving

Project management

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction or related field

8+ years data center design/construction

Tools

MS Office

Bluebeam

SharePoint

P6 / MS Project

Trimble / Accubid

RS Means / Gordian

Building Connected / Trade Tapp

Job description

TITLE: DIRECTOR, PRECONSTRUCTION & ESTIMATION

LOCATION: Onsite - Ashburn, VA 20147

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director, Preconstruction & Estimation manages all activities related to the management and oversight of the Preconstruction department, which includes oversight of all estimation activities sought by CPG.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adopts and promotes commitment to always provide a safe workplace that strives for an Incident and Injury Free environment where everyone goes home safe every day
• Establishes the strategy and process for the development of estimates and proposals
• Manage the bid, negotiation, and contract award for subcontractors, in conjunction with the Construction, Engineering, Finance, Procurement and Legal teams.
• Establishes and maintains relationships and acts as the primary contact and counsel to Senior Management on the Preconstruction team. Develop key performance metrics (KPI) for reporting / tracking project deliverables.
• Mentors and develops team synergy across all departments of CPG.
• Identifies deficiencies in skills among team members/ direct reports and works to improve individual’s capabilities through mentoring, coaching, development, and training.
• Leads by example with respect.
• Manages and develops team to foster learning and growth at the company level
• Knowledge of Preconstruction management best practices and a willingness to adapt and develop existing practices
• Ensures training and continuous improvement processes are implemented for the Preconstruction Management team
• Provides guidance to the Construction teams to develop budgets, contracts and project plans during the proposal, design and/or preconstruction phase of the project
• Provides leadership and coordinates with other internal teams including, procurement, on the development of all RFP documents required for bid tendering
• Leads and develops processes to ensure full, end-to-end coordination between all involved parties from planning, design, construction, and commissioning
• Accountable for management of the CM group budget and financial reporting.
• Evolving the Precon team's current KPI's to grow and scale with CPG's mission goals.
• Other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in construction, electronics, electrical theory or similar discipline, or equivalent work experience required. Trade School or Military training is an acceptable equivalent to a formal degree.
• At least 8 years’ specific experience in data center design and construction.
• Ability to recognize patterns for workflow process and efficiency improvements.
• PMO depth of experience to project and communications protocols.
• Strong management presence with history of strategic accomplishments & ability to respond to tactical challenges.
• Strong leader with team building and talent development ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent knowledge of mission critical facilities, systems, interconnectivity, design, and operational best-practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects, initiatives, and challenges simultaneously and to work across the company leveraging teams to support project delivery.

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Paycor Recruiting and Performance
• Reve/Bluebeam
• SharePoint/ Intranet
• Building Connected/Trade Tapp
• Trimble/Accubid Software
• RS Means/ Gordian
• P6 + MS Project Schedule

Desired Skills

• Proven and experienced who prefers collaboration and team synergy to working in silos.
• Proven high-level thinker skilled in complex problem solving, with excellent interpersonal, collaboration and prioritization abilities.
• Mission Critical Data Center Facility Construction
• Mission Critical Data Center Facility Design and Operational Best Practices
• Microsoft Office, Adobe Office Applications, Bluebeam, Revit, and Procore Project Management tools.
• Available and experienced to perform site visits.
• Available for up to 10% travel.

Certificates And Licenses

• CDCDP preferred
• LEED preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Proven experience in leading and growing teams in high-growth organizations.
• Demonstrable success leading Support and Services teams in a fast-paced mission critical environment.
• Directly supervises 5 or more employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work and participating in work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 10 - 50 pounds at a time. May be required to walk around facility for site visits. Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Pre Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions requiring driving must have an MVR that meets company and insurance carrier standards.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.