Preconstruction Director: Strategy, Estimating & Leadership

McGough Construction CO, LLC

Roseville (MN)

On-site

USD 165,000 - 225,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage
Retirement plans
Paid time off

Job summary

McGough Construction CO, LLC seeks a Director of Preconstruction to lead Central Minnesota preconstruction and estimating, aligning with enterprise processes. You will partner with Project Executives to shape pursuits, guide projects from concept to GMP, and drive consistent deliverables.

The role requires a Bachelor's/Master's in a related field and 15+ years in project leadership, with strong skills in cost planning, risk management, and team development. Travel to project sites is expected.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in construction management or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • 15+ years in general contracting, preconstruction, estimating, or project management on large, complex projects.
  • Experience leading negotiated, CM at Risk, or design-build preconstruction from concept through GMP.

Responsibilities

  • Lead pursuit strategy and shape preconstruction approach with Project Executives and GM.
  • Manage and staff the preconstruction team; guide risk, budgets, and scope.
  • Oversee estimates from concept through GMP, including cost models and contingencies.
  • Develop and mentor team; ensure accountability, performance, and workload balance.
  • Improve workflows, templates, reviews, and turnover with McGough standards.

Skills

Leadership
Strategic judgment
Cross-functional collaboration
Facilitation
Presentation skills
Problem solving
Coaching & development
Staffing & workload planning

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Lean
VDC/BIM
Design-assist
Prefabrication

Job description

McGough Construction CO, LLC seeks a Director of Preconstruction to lead Central Minnesota preconstruction and estimating, aligning with enterprise processes. You will partner with Project Executives to shape pursuits, guide projects from concept to GMP, and drive consistent deliverables.

The role requires a Bachelor's/Master's in a related field and 15+ years in project leadership, with strong skills in cost planning, risk management, and team development. Travel to project sites is expected.

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