Director of Preconstruction, Data Centers

Overview Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds. Suffolk – America's Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk onFacebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram. At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, clickhere. The Role: Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to achieve your ambitions and build your legacy. The Director of Preconstruction is a critical team member responsible for overseeing project strategy development, management of risk, fostering business growth, and creating and advancing relationships with clients and partners. This role is responsible for leadership and guidance of a team of preconstruction managers. Responsibilities Lead team responsible for responses to RFPs and position SCCI as a contract partner of choice Build and maintain relationships with all internal and external stakeholders Coordinate closely with Lead Estimators to establish continuously refined scopes of work Coordinate closely with Operations’ client account managers to help ensure consistency of service Coach, mentor, and develop preconstruction management team Facilitate relationships between preconstruction managers, Operations teams, planning teams, digital engineering, Suffolk Design, and marketing teams Coordinate work with internal departments to leverage the use of company tools Direct continuous improvement and change management processes within the department Participate in Go/No Go Process for new client pursuits Oversee prequalification progress and tracking of awarded trade partner contracts Establish and ensure conformance with SCCI general conditions staffing models Serve as final Oversee coordination of bid forms, bonds and insurance requirements for the bid Create and manage preconstruction services proposals Take part in client presentations and attend interviews Oversee coordination of trade contract production in accordance with SCCI SOPs Manage communication with clients through award decision after bid submissions Exhibit and Reinforce SCCI Core Values Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field 15 or more years of experience in Estimating, Procurement, or Project Management Demonstrated communication and presentation skills Collaborative leadership style Deep technical knowledge of construction with experience in data centers preferred Understanding of market conditions and ability to foster competitive advantage Experience in all aspects of preconstruction to include scheduling, staffing, and risk management Experience working with and leading geographically dispersed teams is preferred Experience with design-build project delivery is preferred Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking. EEO Statement Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk. #J-18808-Ljbffr