Job Description

General Description

We are seeking an experienced Director Of Preconstruction to lead it's estimating department. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10+ years of civil construction estimating experience, with a focus on heavy civil, site work, utilities, drainage systems. This role is crucial to preparing accurate, competitive bids and supporting project success from concept through contract award.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for site and heavy civil projects ranging from $10 million to $50 million.
• Estimate self-performed work, including labor, equipment, and material costs.
• Review and interpret drawings to produce accurate conceptual, schematic, and final contract estimates.
• Identify construction risks, site conditions, constructability issues, and propose solutions.
• Recommend value-engineering options to optimize project costs.
• Collaborate with leadership and operations teams to pursue strategic projects and prepare competitive bid proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience
• Minimum of 10 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction (site work, utilities, drainage)
• Prior experience estimating for a general contractor is required
• Strong knowledge of grading and utility estimating for projects such as site development, industrial complexes, commercial developments, mining reclamation, overburden removal, and general site work
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Software & Technical Proficiency

• Experience with Agtek, Trimble Business Center, Carlson, CAD, or similar takeoff/modeling software
• Familiarity with HCSS or B2W Estimating Software is a plus
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Adobe

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO)
• Career growth potential with a stable, respected civil contractor
• Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure and site development projects

Confidentiality Notice

All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality. Qualified candidates will be contacted discreetly.

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