Vice President of Preconstruction, Commercial Construction

Vice President of Preconstruction, Commercial Construction

About the Company

Nationally recognized, employee-focused commercial general contractor delivering complex projects across multiple sectors.

Industry
Construction

Type
Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Preconstruction to provide executive leadership for the preconstruction department, with a focus on driving estimating excellence, operational consistency, client engagement, and business development support. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing high-performing teams involved in budgeting, estimating, value engineering, procurement strategy, and project planning. This role is pivotal in securing new work, developing talent, and ensuring exceptional client service throughout the preconstruction lifecycle. Key responsibilities include leading and mentoring regional teams, establishing best practices, partnering with business development and operations leaders, and driving value engineering initiatives. Applicants for the Vice President of Preconstruction position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with an advanced degree preferred, and at least 15 years of progressive commercial construction experience. The role requires a candidate with a proven track record in managing large, complex commercial projects across various market sectors, as well as a deep understanding of preconstruction processes, including conceptual estimating, cost planning, and procurement strategies. The ideal candidate will have strong executive presence, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. Experience in presenting to executive-level stakeholders, strong financial acumen, and familiarity with industry estimating software and modern construction technologies are also essential.

Functions

• Operations
• Business Development