Preconstruction Executive
Vertical Mechanical Group, Sterling, Virginia, United States, 22170
Overview
The Preconstruction Executive is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all preconstruction activities across VMG's HVAC and Plumbing operations. This role provides strategic direction for estimating, budgeting, value engineering, and pursuit strategy while partnering closely with executive leadership, operations, and business development to drive profitable growth.
This position blends technical expertise, leadership, and client-facing responsibilities, and plays a critical role in shaping VMG's project pipeline and long-term success.
Location Sterling, VA (Remote with Travel to DMV as Needed)
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all preconstruction activities for HVAC and Plumbing projects, including hard bid, negotiated, and design-build work
Set estimating strategy, pricing models, and risk assessment standards to ensure competitiveness and profitability
Provide executive oversight of cost modeling, conceptual budgets, and GMP development
Collaborate with executive leadership, operations, and project management to align preconstruction efforts with company goals
Participate in client meetings, interviews, and pursuit presentations to support business development and project awards
Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, developers, general contractors, architects, and engineers
Drive value engineering efforts and constructability reviews to optimize project outcomes
Establish, refine, and enforce preconstruction processes, tools, and best practices
Mentor and develop estimating and preconstruction team members, building a high-performing department
Support long-range planning, forecasting, and pipeline development
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in commercial HVAC and/or Plumbing construction, with significant preconstruction or estimating leadership experience
Proven executive-level experience leading estimating or preconstruction teams
Strong background in design-build, negotiated work, and large-scale commercial projects
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
Deep technical understanding of mechanical systems, construction methods, and cost drivers
Demonstrated success in client-facing roles, including interviews and pursuit strategy
Strong business acumen with the ability to balance competitiveness and risk
Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
Proficiency with estimating software, preconstruction tools, and Microsoft Office Suite
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive executive-level base salary
Performance-based bonus and incentive opportunities tied to project awards and company growth
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
PTO and paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Long-term career growth within a rapidly expanding organization
Work Environment
This role may be remote, with occasional travel to the DMV region for meetings, pursuits, and executive collaboration
Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per year
To learn more about Vertical Mechanical Group, visit
vmgmech.com .
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This position blends technical expertise, leadership, and client-facing responsibilities, and plays a critical role in shaping VMG's project pipeline and long-term success.
Location Sterling, VA (Remote with Travel to DMV as Needed)
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all preconstruction activities for HVAC and Plumbing projects, including hard bid, negotiated, and design-build work
Set estimating strategy, pricing models, and risk assessment standards to ensure competitiveness and profitability
Provide executive oversight of cost modeling, conceptual budgets, and GMP development
Collaborate with executive leadership, operations, and project management to align preconstruction efforts with company goals
Participate in client meetings, interviews, and pursuit presentations to support business development and project awards
Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, developers, general contractors, architects, and engineers
Drive value engineering efforts and constructability reviews to optimize project outcomes
Establish, refine, and enforce preconstruction processes, tools, and best practices
Mentor and develop estimating and preconstruction team members, building a high-performing department
Support long-range planning, forecasting, and pipeline development
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in commercial HVAC and/or Plumbing construction, with significant preconstruction or estimating leadership experience
Proven executive-level experience leading estimating or preconstruction teams
Strong background in design-build, negotiated work, and large-scale commercial projects
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
Deep technical understanding of mechanical systems, construction methods, and cost drivers
Demonstrated success in client-facing roles, including interviews and pursuit strategy
Strong business acumen with the ability to balance competitiveness and risk
Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
Proficiency with estimating software, preconstruction tools, and Microsoft Office Suite
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive executive-level base salary
Performance-based bonus and incentive opportunities tied to project awards and company growth
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
PTO and paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Long-term career growth within a rapidly expanding organization
Work Environment
This role may be remote, with occasional travel to the DMV region for meetings, pursuits, and executive collaboration
Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per year
To learn more about Vertical Mechanical Group, visit
vmgmech.com .
#J-18808-Ljbffr