Director of Preconstruction – Electrical Contracting
Employment Type :
Full-Time, On-Site / Hybrid
Electrical Construction / Commercial Projects
Salary Range : 135K-165K full benefits and car allowance
An established and respected electrical contractor is seeking a
Director of Preconstruction
to lead all aspects of preconstruction strategy and execution. This high-impact leadership role is responsible for guiding estimating operations, client engagement, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management to ensure projects are set up for success from concept through handoff.
The Director of Preconstruction serves as a trusted advisor to clients, architects, and engineers—delivering accurate, innovative, and cost-effective solutions while mentoring a high-performing team.
Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all preconstruction activities across multiple projects.
Prepare, review, and manage project budgets, estimates, proposals, schedules, and value engineering initiatives.
Partner with business development and operations teams to support client acquisition and retention efforts.
Identify and mitigate potential project risks; Bachelor’s degree in
Construction Management
Electrical Engineering
, or a related discipline (equivalent experience will be considered).
Minimum of 10 years of experience
in electrical estimating, preconstruction, or project management for commercial or industrial projects.
Demonstrated leadership experience managing preconstruction teams and complex, large-scale projects.
Proficiency with
Accubid
or similar estimating software, along with a strong understanding of current industry tools and technologies.
In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, construction codes, safety standards, and best practices.
Professional certifications such as
CPE
PMP
, or
LEED AP
are highly desirable.
This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping preconstruction operations for a well-established electrical contractor with a reputation for quality and integrity.
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