Preconstruction Director-Dallas
gpac, Dallas, TX, United States
Position Summary
The Preconstruction Director leads and manages all preconstruction activities, including estimating, budgeting, value engineering, and client engagement. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate project costing, strategic planning, and seamless transition from preconstruction to operations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep construction knowledge, and the ability to collaborate with internal teams, clients, and design partners.
Location:
Dallas, TX
Reports To:
VP of Construction / COO
Leadership & Strategy
Lead, mentor, and develop the preconstruction and estimating team
Establish and maintain preconstruction processes, standards, and best practices
Collaborate with executive leadership on business development and project pursuit strategy
Participate in go/no-go decisions and risk assessments
Estimating & Budgeting
Oversee conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimating efforts
Ensure accurate cost modeling, budgeting, and benchmarking
Review bid packages, subcontractor scopes, and pricing
Manage value engineering efforts to align project scope with budget
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as primary preconstruction contact for clients and design teams
Build and maintain relationships with owners, architects, and consultants
Present budgets, cost analyses, and project strategies to stakeholders
Support business development in securing new projects
Preconstruction Process Management
Lead design phase coordination, including constructability reviews
Develop project schedules and phasing plans during preconstruction
Identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving strategies early in the process
Ensure smooth handoff to project management and field operations
Subcontractor & Vendor Management
Develop and maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships
Evaluate bids and ensure scope coverage and competitiveness
Lead procurement strategy for major trades
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
10+ years of commercial construction experience, with 3-5+ years in a leadership role
Strong estimating background across ground-up and/or TI projects
Experience with CMAR, Design-Build, and negotiated work
Proficiency in estimating and preconstruction software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Sage, OST, Timberline, etc.)
Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
Preferred Experience
Experience in commercial, industrial, healthcare, or multifamily sectors
Strong network of subcontractors in the Dallas / Texas market
Proven track record of winning work and managing preconstruction teams
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary + bonus structure
Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
Health, dental, vision insurance
401(k) with company match
PTO and paid holidays
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
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Location:
Dallas, TX
Reports To:
VP of Construction / COO
Leadership & Strategy
Lead, mentor, and develop the preconstruction and estimating team
Establish and maintain preconstruction processes, standards, and best practices
Collaborate with executive leadership on business development and project pursuit strategy
Participate in go/no-go decisions and risk assessments
Estimating & Budgeting
Oversee conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimating efforts
Ensure accurate cost modeling, budgeting, and benchmarking
Review bid packages, subcontractor scopes, and pricing
Manage value engineering efforts to align project scope with budget
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as primary preconstruction contact for clients and design teams
Build and maintain relationships with owners, architects, and consultants
Present budgets, cost analyses, and project strategies to stakeholders
Support business development in securing new projects
Preconstruction Process Management
Lead design phase coordination, including constructability reviews
Develop project schedules and phasing plans during preconstruction
Identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving strategies early in the process
Ensure smooth handoff to project management and field operations
Subcontractor & Vendor Management
Develop and maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships
Evaluate bids and ensure scope coverage and competitiveness
Lead procurement strategy for major trades
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
10+ years of commercial construction experience, with 3-5+ years in a leadership role
Strong estimating background across ground-up and/or TI projects
Experience with CMAR, Design-Build, and negotiated work
Proficiency in estimating and preconstruction software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Sage, OST, Timberline, etc.)
Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
Preferred Experience
Experience in commercial, industrial, healthcare, or multifamily sectors
Strong network of subcontractors in the Dallas / Texas market
Proven track record of winning work and managing preconstruction teams
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary + bonus structure
Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
Health, dental, vision insurance
401(k) with company match
PTO and paid holidays
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
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