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Director of Preconstruction - Mission Critical

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Director of Preconstruction - Mission Critical

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Location:

San Antonio, TX Salary:

Approximately

$250,000 base salary + performance bonus + benefits

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced

Director of Preconstruction

to lead the planning, estimating, and strategic development of

large-scale industrial and mission-critical construction projects . Based in

San Antonio , this role will oversee the full preconstruction lifecycle including cost planning, design coordination, constructability reviews, and procurement strategies for complex facilities such as

data centers, advanced manufacturing plants, logistics hubs, and other mission-critical infrastructure .

Key Responsibilities:

Preconstruction Leadership Lead the

preconstruction process

for large-scale industrial and mission-critical developments. Direct project estimating, cost modeling, and feasibility analysis. Establish

project budgets, schedules, and procurement strategies

during early development stages. Ensure seamless transition from preconstruction to operations and construction teams.

Estimating & Cost Strategy Oversee the development of

detailed cost estimates for complex projects valued $100M+ . Evaluate subcontractor pricing, market conditions, and supply chain risks. Implement

cost benchmarking and value engineering strategies

to maintain competitive bids.

Design & Technical Coordination Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and consultants during design development. Lead

constructability reviews and value engineering exercises

to optimize project outcomes. Identify design risks and recommend cost-effective solutions.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement Support

project pursuits, proposals, and presentations

to clients and partners. Provide strategic input on

project feasibility, cost drivers, and market conditions . Build strong working relationships with owners, developers, and design teams.

Team Leadership Manage and mentor a team of

estimators, preconstruction managers, and cost engineers . Establish departmental standards, best practices, and reporting processes. Drive continuous improvement in

preconstruction systems, tools, and methodologies .

Required Qualifications 10+ years of construction industry experience , with significant leadership experience in preconstruction or estimating. Demonstrated experience delivering

large-scale industrial or mission-critical projects . Experience developing cost plans for

projects valued $100M–$1B+ . Strong knowledge of

construction pricing, procurement strategies, risk analysis, and value engineering . xsgimln Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex project pursuits.