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Director of Preconstruction

Lochridge-Priest, Inc., Waco, TX, United States


Lochridge-Priest is a family owned and operated company that has served the Central Texas area for over 60 years. Also, we are the largest provider of commercial heating and air-conditioning services, plumbing and electrical services in Central Texas. With offices in Waco, Temple, DFW, and Corsicana and over 400 employees, we're dedicated to serving your business and industrial comfort needs. We work as a team to deliver the best-in-class service to our customers.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Director of Preconstruction to join our team. As the Director of Preconstruction, you will be responsible for leading and managing the preconstruction/estimating team to ensure successful project delivery. If you have a passion for construction and want to be part of a dynamic team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Company Benefits

Medical, Dental Vision, and Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Uniforms, Boot and Tool

401K with Company Match

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the preconstruction team to ensure successful project delivery

Oversee the estimating, precon, ground up, and commercial projects

Develop and maintain relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors

Review and analyze project plans, specifications, and contract documentsWork with the project team to develop a comprehensive project schedule and budget

Conduct value engineering to ensure the project is delivered within budget

Assist in the negotiation of contracts with subcontractors and vendors

Coordinate with the construction team to ensure a smooth transition from preconstruction to the construction phase

Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies

Continuously improve the preconstruction process to increase efficiency and reduce costs

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field

8+ years of experience in preconstruction management

Excellent leadership and management skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines

Knowledge of construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Trimble and/or EST-MEP

Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and contract documents

Experience in value engineering and cost analysis

Note Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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