Vice President of Preconstruction - Electrical Construction

Job Description

Job Description

Vice President of Preconstruction – Electrical Construction

Company: GNS Electric, Inc.
Location: Grand Prairie, TX | Dallas–Fort Worth Area
Salary: $150,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-Time | Executive Leadership
Travel: Less Than 10%

About GNS Electric

GNS Electric is an established electrical contractor specializing in commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction projects. With a commitment to quality, responsiveness, integrity, and dedication, we have built our reputation on delivering exceptional electrical construction services and developing long-term relationships with our clients and industry partners.

As we continue to grow, we're seeking an experienced Vice President of Preconstruction to join our executive leadership team and play a key role in shaping the company's future.

About the Opportunity

GNS Electric is seeking a strategic, relationship-driven Vice President of Preconstruction to lead our preconstruction efforts, strengthen client relationships, and support continued business growth.

Reporting directly to the President and CEO, this executive-level position will oversee preconstruction strategy, business development, estimating operations, budgeting, and early-stage project planning for large, complex electrical construction projects.

This is more than a traditional estimating leadership position. We're looking for someone who combines extensive commercial electrical construction knowledge with the ability to develop new business relationships, identify profitable opportunities, and guide projects from initial pursuit through successful handoff to operations.

The VP of Preconstruction will work closely with our Chief Estimator and other executive leaders to ensure projects are competitively positioned, accurately estimated, and aligned with the company's long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Preconstruction Leadership

• Lead and oversee the company's overall preconstruction strategy for large-scale commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical construction projects.
• Provide executive oversight of conceptual estimating, budgeting, bid strategy, and early-stage project planning.
• Evaluate project opportunities, identify potential risks, and develop strategies to improve competitiveness and profitability.
• Guide project delivery strategies, including Lump Sum, Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Cost Plus, and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP).
• Collaborate with executive leadership to establish preconstruction priorities and support long-term company growth.

Business Development & Client Relationships

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, construction managers, owners, developers, and design professionals.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities while strengthening existing client relationships.
• Position GNS Electric as a trusted electrical construction partner for negotiated and competitively bid projects.
• Participate in client meetings, project pursuits, presentations, and strategic contract discussions.
• Represent the company at industry events and networking opportunities.
• Help drive repeat business through strong relationships, responsiveness, and consistent project delivery.

Estimating & Preconstruction Oversight

• Work closely with the Chief Estimator to oversee conceptual estimates, hard bids, negotiated projects, and budget validations.
• Review major project scopes, pricing strategies, assumptions, and cost considerations.
• Ensure estimating practices and preconstruction deliverables are accurate, consistent, and aligned with company objectives.
• Identify value engineering opportunities, constructability concerns, and potential cost-saving solutions.
• Provide strategic guidance on procurement, project scheduling, and competitive bid positioning.
• Ensure proposals, budgets, schedules, and supporting documentation meet company and client expectations.

Executive Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with estimating, operations, project management, and business development teams to align project strategies.
• Lead strategic discussions regarding project pursuits, risk management, resource planning, and execution.
• Support informed decisions about which projects to pursue and how to position the company competitively.
• Ensure seamless communication and project handoffs from preconstruction to operations.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial electrical construction, with significant leadership responsibility in estimating, preconstruction, or construction operations.
• Proven experience overseeing preconstruction efforts for large, complex, multimillion-dollar electrical construction projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical estimating, conceptual budgeting, cost analysis, and construction methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with general contractors, construction managers, owners, and other industry partners.
• Experience developing bid strategies, evaluating project opportunities, and supporting profitable business growth.
• Strong understanding of construction delivery methods, including design-build, negotiated work, GMP, and competitive bidding.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence executive-level decisions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, relationship-building, and strategic decision-making skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Vice President of Preconstruction, Director of Preconstruction, Preconstruction Executive, Chief Estimator, or similar senior leadership position.
• Background working for an established commercial electrical contractor or electrical construction division.
• Existing relationships within the Dallas–Fort Worth commercial construction market.
• Experience securing new business and managing strategic client relationships.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is an experienced electrical construction leader who understands that successful preconstruction involves much more than producing accurate estimates.

We're looking for someone who can:

• Think strategically: Evaluate opportunities, understand project risks, and make decisions that support long-term profitability.
• Build relationships: Establish credibility with general contractors, owners, construction managers, and industry partners.
• Drive business growth: Identify new opportunities, strengthen existing relationships, and help secure profitable projects.
• Lead effectively: Provide direction and oversight while working collaboratively with the Chief Estimator and operations leadership.
• Understand the technical side: Bring the electrical construction expertise necessary to evaluate complex projects, budgets, and preconstruction strategies.

This position is ideal for an established electrical construction executive or senior preconstruction leader who is ready to take on a broader strategic role with a growing organization.

Why Join GNS Electric?

• Executive Leadership Opportunity: Work directly with the President and CEO and have a meaningful voice in company strategy and growth.
• Competitive Compensation: $150,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Strategic Influence: Help shape project pursuits, client relationships, and the future direction of the preconstruction department.
• Major Project Exposure: Contribute to complex commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction projects.
• Collaborative Leadership Team: Work alongside experienced estimating and operations professionals.
• Limited Travel: Less than 10% travel required.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced electrical construction professional with a strong background in preconstruction leadership, estimating strategy, and business development, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Join GNS Electric and help drive the next chapter of our company's growth.

GNS Electric, Inc. is a trusted full-service electrical contracting firm based in Grand Prairie, Texas, known for delivering high-quality, cost-effective electrical solutions across commercial, industrial, and transportation sectors. Since 2006, we’ve built a reputation for reliability, strong communication, and teamwork, partnering closely with general contractors to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and on budget. Our experienced team handles everything from complex electrical installations and maintenance programs to emergency services and infrastructure work, fostering long-term client relationships grounded in integrity, precision, and exceptional workmanship.

Company Description

GNS Electric, Inc. is a trusted full-service electrical contracting firm based in Grand Prairie, Texas, known for delivering high-quality, cost-effective electrical solutions across commercial, industrial, and transportation sectors. Since 2006, we’ve built a reputation for reliability, strong communication, and teamwork, partnering closely with general contractors to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and on budget. Our experienced team handles everything from complex electrical installations and maintenance programs to emergency services and infrastructure work, fostering long-term client relationships grounded in integrity, precision, and exceptional workmanship.