Director of Preconstruction - Mission Critical

Job Overview Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Director of Preconstruction to join our National Mission Critical team! The Director of Preconstruction will provide leadership, guidance, training, platform, controls and monitoring for Preconstruction, Estimating and Project Management staff to consistently perform pursuit, preconstruction, estimating and procurement across all regions. The Director of Preconstruction will also be responsible for the overall marketing message of DB, IPD and preconstruction services, including selling of these professional services. Responsibilities Ensure team members understand expectations and hold them accountable for performance, provide regular feedback and developmental conversations, delegate tasks and give timely recognition. Raise the level of preconstruction services delivered by staff by providing: Pursuit best practices Templates, tools and processes to accurately scope, schedule and budget during the preconstruction phase Effective design‑management skills and supporting materials (e.g., Design Scope/Estimate Log) Cost history and current market data for accurate estimating at all levels Procurement strategies and supporting materials Intuitive and easy‑to‑access tools to support the above items Training to support these items Promote Design‑Build and IPD project delivery methods internally and externally. Promote competitive pricing and procurement strategies. Provide continuing education in building systems. Sell the value of preconstruction/design management services on project pursuits. Balance and leverage workload across all regions for Preconstruction and Estimating staff. Share best practices and lessons learned across all regions. Identify, define and manage national positions needed for Preconstruction and Estimating (e.g., administrators of estimate template, MEP Specialists, cost analysts). Assess and promote professional development for direct reports. Implement and hold the team accountable to corporate goals and initiatives. Qualifications Four‑year college degree in construction management or construction engineering. Minimum 10 years of construction experience with at least 5 years in a preconstruction role. Proven ability to manage teams successfully and profitably. Estimating background with experience in conceptual estimating. Effective, convincing presentation skills. Advanced knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, estimating, scheduling, cost control and material pricing. Ability to prioritize and balance big‑picture and immediate responsibilities. Strong listening skills; values others’ opinions and acknowledges contributions. Ability to train, manage and hold staff accountable for results consistent with corporate plans. Thorough understanding of Design‑Build and IPD delivery processes. Thorough understanding of value design and budget control during planning and design phases. Comprehensive knowledge of architectural, engineering and construction processes. Maintains a balance between costs and aesthetic quality. Standout Qualifications Experience with hyperscale data center projects. Comfortable and effective in delivering formal sales presentations. Advanced knowledge of preconstruction means and methods, estimating, scheduling, cost control, material pricing and design management. Compensation The salary range is $170,000 – $220,000. The base rate may vary within this range based on location and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills and abilities. The position may be eligible for additional compensation, including commission and/or incentive programs. Benefits Competitive salary Medical, Dental and Vision benefits Retirement and Savings benefits Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Life Insurance Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Educational Assistance Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs Parenting Benefits Employee Discount Programs Pet insurance Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds Paid Time for Volunteer Events EEO Policy and Reasonable Accommodation Notice Ryan Companies US, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For information about your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. If we can help accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis. If you receive communication from someone who you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr