Overview

Join a team of architects, engineers, and makers using Design, Manufacture, Construct (DMC) to build better buildings faster, from desk to factory floor to job site. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Rob Prychodnik Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $200,000 - $240,000 per year A bit about us: We exist to make better buildings faster, using Design Manufacture Construct (DMC) to shape building design so construction can leverage the productivity of manufacturing. Our team of architects, engineers, manufacturers, programmers, and generalists is united by the belief that making great things intelligently is a worthy pursuit. Why join us? We offer the full spectrum of comprehensive benefits including: health, dental, and vision insurance. We also offer flexible spending accounts, paid time off, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance and a 401k plan. Job Details We are seeking an accomplished Director of Estimating & Preconstruction to lead and scale our preconstruction operations. In this executive-level position, you will drive pricing strategy, risk management, and profitability across high-growth sectors, including data centers, healthcare, retail, and emerging markets. You will operate at both strategic and operational levels-building high-performing teams, establishing enterprise cost intelligence, and partnering with executive leadership to expand our market footprint. Key Responsibilities Executive Leadership: Provide strategic oversight of estimating operations; mentor and scale a multi-tiered team of preconstruction professionals. Standards & Cost Intelligence: Establish company-wide estimating benchmarks, pricing models, and cost databases to ensure accuracy across conceptual through GMP estimates. Financial Strategy & Risk: Oversee bid/no-bid decisions, risk mitigation, margin targets, and pricing models for complex construction pursuits (overseeing $250M+ in annual pursuit value). Preconstruction & Delivery: Direct buyout strategies, value engineering, and scheduling alignment across Design, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain. Client & Commercial Leadership: Serve as a senior commercial leader during major pursuits, negotiations, and executive client presentations. Innovation & Tech: Drive the adoption of advanced estimating software, ERP integrations, data analytics, and AI-enabled workflows. Required Qualifications Experience: 12+ years in construction, with 6+ years leading estimating/preconstruction teams. Scale: Proven history overseeing $250M+ in annual project pursuit value across large-scale programs. Track Record: Demonstrated success establishing organizational standards, expanding into new markets, and optimizing estimate-to-actual profitability. Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Estimating platforms (Sage, Timberline, WinEst, or BuildingConnected), Primavera P6/MS Project, and advanced Excel financial modeling. Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Data Analytics, or related field. Travel: Ability to travel up to 35%. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree (MBA, MS Construction Management, etc.) or industry certifications (PMP, CPE, CCP, PE, AIA, LEED AP). Experience in modular/industrialized construction, offsite manufacturing, data centers, or healthcare. Familiarity with model-based estimating (BIM/Revit), ERP integrations, Python/SQL, or AI-driven estimating technologies. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.