Director of PreConstruction

Job DetailsJob Location: BATAVIA, IL 60510Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 Salary/year

Job Title:

Director of Preconstruction

Department:

Preconstruction/ Sales

Reports To:

Chief Sales Officer (CSO)

Location:

Batavia, IL (with flexible remote work)

Pay Grade / Range:

$120,000 – 150,000 annually DOE

Benefits:

Health and Life Insurance, Vision, Dental, PTO, 401(k)

Summary

The Director of Preconstruction is responsible for leading and developing the company’s preconstruction function while ensuring projects are positioned for successful execution before transitioning to Operations. This role oversees the daily management, workflow, and performance of a growing remote team consisting of estimators, drafters, and preconstruction coordinators.

This position is heavily focused on operational leadership, accountability, organization, and execution in the near term, while evolving into a more strategic leadership role as the company continues to scale nationally. The ideal candidate is highly organized, experienced in construction estimating, and driven to help teams succeed and grow together within a remote environment.
 

Core Accountabilities 

Team Leadership & Management

Lead, coach, and develop a remote team of estimators, drafters, and preconstruction coordinators 
Drive accountability, communication, and workflow management across distributed teams 
Conduct regular team meetings, 1:1s, and performance check-ins 
Foster a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture focused on continuous improvement 
Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and development of preconstruction personnel 
Maintain a highly engaged management presence throughout the workweek within a remote environment
 

Preconstruction & Estimating Operations

Oversee day-to-day estimating and preconstruction activities across multiple projects and markets 
Ensure accurate, timely, and organized bid preparation and project handoffs 
Support workload balancing, prioritization, and resource planning within the department 
Partner with Sales and Operations leadership to align estimating, customer experience, and operational execution 
Help bridge communication and execution between Sales and Operations teams
Review project estimates for accuracy, completeness, and profitability
 

Systems, Processes & Organization

Develop and maintain estimating standards, pricing structures, and workflow best practices 
Identify opportunities to improve estimating efficiency through systems, tools, and technology 
Lead and support the implementation and optimization of estimating software and related workflows 
Maintain organized bid tracking, documentation, and reporting systems 
Improve documentation standards, communication processes, and operational consistency across the department

Project Coordination & Support

Assist with preconstruction meetings, project reviews, and customer coordination as needed 
Ensure project documentation, submittals, and handoff materials are complete and organized
Support change order review and pricing coordination when required 
Collaborate with field and operations teams to help ensure projects are buildable, profitable, and properly planned 

Administrative Duties

Maintain accurate reporting, departmental metrics, and workflow tracking 
Utilize company software and project management systems consistently
Support departmental planning, forecasting, and process improvement initiatives 
Participate in leadership meetings, strategic planning discussions, and continuous improvement efforts
QualificationsMinimum Required Qualifications

Five years of experience in construction estimating, preconstruction, or related leadership role
Previous experience managing teams within a remote or distributed work environment
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
Experience overseeing multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital collaboration/project management tools
Ability to actively manage workflows and team accountability throughout the work week

Preferred

Experience within fencing, specialty trades, or commercial construction industries
Prior experience implementing or optimizing estimating software and systems
Experience leading or scaling a growing preconstruction department
Familiarity with construction drawings, procurement processes, and project coordination workflows

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong understanding of construction estimating and preconstruction processes
Excellent organizational and project management abilities
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop remote teams effectively
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with both internal teams and external partners
Ability to balance operational execution with long-term process improvement
Self-driven, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset
Technically proficient with estimating platforms, spreadsheets, and digital workflow systems
Strong attention to detail and follow-through