Senior Preconstruction Director

Rosendin; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership

401 K

Annual bonus program

17 PTO days per year plus 10 holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Plans

Charitable Giving Match

Job summary

Rosendin in Sterling, VA is seeking a Senior Director of Pre-Construction to lead estimating and pre-construction services across subregions. You will manage Chief Estimators and Directors, drive growth, ensure timely delivery, and uphold company policies while building relationships with clients and design partners.

Applicants bring a bachelor’s in Construction Management and 17+ years in the construction industry, including electrical contracting, with strong leadership and strategic thinking.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction tech, scheduling, equipment and methods.
• Excellent communication with owners, architects and design teams.
• Understanding of design-build, design-assist, IPD, Lean and LEED.
• Self-starter with ability to make independent decisions.
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Excellent under pressure and adaptable.
• Oral and written communication skills for the role.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategies to drive growth, improve efficiency, maximize performance, and foster a culture of learning and innovation.
• Oversee execution of projects ensuring timely delivery, resource allocation, and coordination.
• Understand company philosophy and systems.
• Understand policies and performance standards within corporate guidelines.
• Maintain liaison with prime clients and A/E to facilitate construction activities.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and represent the organization at meetings.
• Supervise preparation of pricing quotations for presentation.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company interests.
• Provide leadership to multiple subregions for estimating and preconstruction.
• Maintain a historical database of estimates for metric analysis.
• Perform conceptual estimates and understand design/build projects.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by executives.
• Refer to job scope as described; other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Communication

Design-build/Design-assist/IPD/Lean/LE

Self-starter

Decision making

MS Office

Task prioritization

Pressure tolerance

Oral & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

17+ years construction experience (electrical contractor)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job type: Full Time

Resume required: Yes

Posted date: 2026-09-11

Why Rosendin?

Committed. Innovative. Engaged.

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:

The Senior Director of Pre-Construction is responsible for supporting estimating and pre-construction services across multiple subregions, with the capabilities and personality to develop new business opportunities with both new and existing customers, as guided by the Regional VP of Operations. The role includes managing a group of Chief Estimators and Directors of Pre-Construction.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• In charge of implementing strategies to drive growth, improve efficiency, maximize overall performance, and foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.


• Oversee the successful execution of projects, ensuring timely delivery, resource allocation, and effective coordination among team members.


• Understand the company's philosophy and systems.


• Understand objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within the boundaries of corporate policies.


• Maintain liaison with prime clients and A/E to facilitate construction activities.


• Build and nurture relationships with internal and external stakeholders, foster collaboration, and represent the organization at various meetings.


• Supervise the preparation of all pricing quotations for presentation to the prime customer.


• Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect the company's interests and maintain good relationships with the client.


• Provide management, direction, and guidance to multiple subregions for estimating and preconstruction services.


• Maintain a historical database of estimates for metric analysis, ensuring continuous improvement and refinement.


• Able to perform conceptual estimates and have a deep understanding of design/build projects.


• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by corporate executives.


• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Knowledge of construction technology, scheduling, equipment, and methods


• Excellent communication skills with owners, architects, and design


• Thorough understanding of several types of design projects and concepts, including design-build, design-assist, IPD, Lean, and LEED


• Self-starter


• Make independent decisions and recommendations that greatly affect the profitability of the assigned area


• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)


• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necesary


• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude


• Oral and written communication skills as required for the position


• Self-motivated and can work independently and as part of a team

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or other related discipline


• Minimum17years of experience in the construction industry, electrical contractor


• Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning


• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.


• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.


• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

YOU Matter - Our Benefits

• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership


• 401 K


• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement


• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays


• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance


• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance


• Disability Income Protection Insurance


• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)


• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job reference: JR106458