Preconstruction Director

Jobot; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership training

Generous pay and benefits

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a proven Preconstruction Leader to drive success across heavy civil and infrastructure projects from concept to construction. You will guide estimating, design coordination, and early project development to set budgets and execution plans.

You will partner with operations, design teams, and clients to craft budgets, schedules, and strategies with executive visibility, shaping project outcomes well before field work commences.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project management within heavy civil, infrastructure, or design-build environments.
• Strong technical understanding of self-perform operations, including concrete, earthwork, underground utilities, and mechanical systems.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with owners, design teams, and field leadership.
• Proficiency in estimating and scheduling tools (HCSS, P6, Bluebeam, Excel, etc.) and strong analytical and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing budgets, proposals, and early project development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Drive the success of heavy civil and infrastructure projects from concept through construction.
• Guide estimating and design coordination to ensure cost, constructability, and execution are defined.
• Develop budgets, schedules, and strategies in collaboration with operations, design teams, and clients.
• Provide visibility across executive leadership and influence project outcomes before field work begins.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

HCSS

P6

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

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Job details:

Salary: $150,000 - $190,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a reputable leader in Southwest infrastructure, specializing in heavy civil, design-build, and large-scale site development projects that drive growth and strengthen communities. As a self-performing contractor, we manage every critical scope — from earthwork and concrete to underground utilities and mechanical systems — ensuring precision, efficiency, and unmatched project delivery.

Why join us?

Our people are our greatest advantage. We foster a collaborative, forward-thinking culture where expertise is valued, ideas are heard, and career growth is supported at every level.

• Robust leadership training, generous pay and benefits, and unlimited PTO.
• Join a self-performing team built on trust, reputation, and collaboration.
• Career growth, stability, and work/life balance in a thriving company.

Job Details

We’re seeking a proven Preconstruction Leader to drive the success of our heavy civil and infrastructure projects from concept through construction. In this pivotal role, you’ll guide estimating and design coordination, ensuring every project begins with a clear plan for cost, constructability, and execution.

You’ll partner with operations, design teams, and clients to develop budgets, schedules, and strategies that set projects up for success. This high-impact position offers visibility across executive leadership and the opportunity to shape outcomes long before work begins in the field.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project management within heavy civil, infrastructure, or design-build environments.
• Strong technical understanding of self-perform operations, including concrete, earthwork, underground utilities, and mechanical systems.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with owners, design teams, and field leadership.
• Proficiency in estimating and scheduling tools (HCSS, P6, Bluebeam, Excel, etc.) and strong analytical and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing budgets, proposals, and early project development efforts.

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