EVP Preconstruction

Sellen Construction; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 206,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fair Pay Workplace Certification

Annual bonus plan (20% target)

Auto monthly allowance

Job summary

Sellen Construction is seeking an EVP of Preconstruction to own preconstruction end-to-end projects, from first conceptual estimates through GMP, while expanding market presence across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

You will work closely with the Chief Strategy Officer and CEO to shape pricing philosophy, advance alternative delivery methods, and position preconstruction as a key differentiator in a competitive market.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive construction experience with emphasis on preconstruction and business development leadership.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in business ownership, acquisition, market growth and new service offerings.
• Track record of revenue growth in the PNW commercial construction market.
• Experience leading large cross-functional preconstruction teams.

Responsibilities

• Own preconstruction end-to-end from initial estimate through GMP.
• Partner with CSO and CEO to shape pricing and delivery strategies.
• Expand Sellen's market presence with developers, owners, and commercial clients.

Skills

Preconstruction leadership

Business development

Strategic pricing

Cross-functional leadership

Communication & influence

Budget & cost estimating

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

BIM/VDC

GCCM

Job description

Sellen is growing - intentionally, strategically, and into markets that reward the kind of trusted early-stage partnership we've built our reputation on. We're looking for an EVP of Preconstruction who will help us earn more of those opportunities, and make every one count.

This is a C-suite seat with a builder's mandate. You'll own preconstruction end-to-end, from the first conceptual estimate through GMP, while actively expanding Sellen's market presence with developers, property owners, and commercial clients across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

You’ll partner closely with our Chief Strategy Officer and CEO to shape how Sellen competes: sharpening our pricing philosophy, advancing alternative delivery (Design-Build, Progressive Design Build, GCCM), and positioning preconstruction as the competitive differentiator it should be.

Your Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in commercial construction, with significant tenure in preconstruction and/or business development leadership.
• A Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of work experience and education.
• Experience in business ownership, business acquisition, market growth, and the development of new service offerings.
• Demonstrated track record of revenue growth and business development success in the PNW commercial construction market.
• Experience leading large, cross-functional preconstruction teams (estimating, BIM/VDC, scheduling, procurement).

Preferred

• Established network among PNW commercial real estate developers, architects, and owners.
• Experience scaling a construction business unit through a high-growth phase.
• Expertise in alterative project delivery: Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, and/or GCCM.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of emerging methods and technology in commercial construction, especially in AI use cases.
• Expertise in contract and documentation practices used in commercial construction.
• Working knowledge of financial reports and financial analysis used in Service Group and/or Special Projects.

Skills

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills; ability to engage and influence at the C-suite and owner/developer level.
• Expert organizational, scheduling, and planning skills.
• Comfortable learning new technologies.
• Effectively communicates with new and diverse groups of people.
• Solid budget and cost estimating skills.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; exceptional listening skills.

Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, adaptable, and manage stress under pressure when experiencing setbacks and challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to delegate and assign responsibility to others, work collaboratively on a team, and hold others accountable.
• Demonstrated ability to respond constructively to feedback, coaching and change.

The full annual salary range for this position is $206,000 to $325,000, depending on direct professional experience and qualifications. The bonus target for this role is 20% of annual base earnings with a $1,000 a month auto allowance. Learn more about Sellen's Fair Pay Workplace certification, our bonus plan, and other rewards and benefit programs here.

About Sellen

Sellen's purpose is to improve the lives of those around us - as builders, partners and neighbors. Our goal is to hire the best talent and develop the strongest project teams in the industry. If you bring strong skills, thrive in a project environment, and enjoy team spirit and collaboration, please introduce yourself.

At Sellen, we provide our team members with an environment that promises safety, stability, and values mental health. Competitive benefits including 401(k) with up to 9.5% employer contribution, health insurance, health savings contributions, tuition benefits, and more. Sellen is the first general contractor in the country to receive the Fair Pay Workplace Certification, which ensures we are paying our people equitable across gender and race.

Doing things the "Sellen Way" means being good at our craft, doing what's right, and caring for one another. As a local, employee-owned company, based in the Pacific Northwest for 80 years, we live, work and raise our families here, and Sellen is committed to actively supporting our community and our people.

Our DEI Commitment

We recognize the impact Sellen can make in creating a more diverse A/E/C industry. We envision a diverse workforce where people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, and other underrepresented and historically underestimated populations are reflected at all levels.

Sellen is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.