Director of Preconstruction (Hattiesburg)

The Director of Preconstruction role combines client-facing business development, estimating leadership, and project strategy, with a particular focus on mission-critical and industrial project types. Ideal candidates will bring executive-level experience as a Senior PM or Project Executive, a strong understanding of estimating, and a proven ability to lead teams and build cross-functional relationships.

This person will have the opportunity to continue investing in the Gregory team long term and potentially grow into an executive level role.

Responsibilities

• Lead Estimating and Preconstruction Strategy
• Oversee development of accurate, timely bids and proposals
• Ensure consistency in estimates, scopes, and project timelines
• Drive Business Development
• Evaluate and pursue project opportunities in alignment with company goals
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, owners, and GCs (especially in data center / mission critical sectors)
• Executive Collaboration
• Partner with the COO and executive team to shape growth strategy and manage risk
• Represent Preconstruction in all leadership forums
• Mentor and Develop Talent
• Directly oversee the Estimating Manager and Business Development Manager
• Cultivate a culture of excellence and accountability within the team
• Ensure Seamless Handoff to Operations
• Coordinate handoffs between Preconstruction and Operations to eliminate gaps and deliver ready-to-build packages
• Manage Risk and Drive Quality
• Use market awareness and technical expertise to reduce project risk and improve accuracy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• 10+ years in construction with direct experience in estimating and Business Development
• Senior Project Manager or Project Executive background preferred
• Prior involvement in data center, mission critical, or industrial construction
• Familiar with estimating tools (e.g., HeavyBid)
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent communicator and team builder
• High integrity, strong organizational skills, and strong EQ
• Gregory Construction has contracted FireSeeds Recruiting to lead this search and will not accept submissions from other recruiting firms. Qualified candidates should apply directly through LinkedIn.