About the role

  • Director of Preconstruction at Sevan Multi-Site Solutions leading estimating and pricing strategies for various sectors. Responsible for managing proposals and procurement processes with a focus on government and commercial projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing estimating organization that consistently delivers accurate, competitive, and profitable pricing strategies across hard bid, negotiated, unit price, lump sum, at-risk, and professional services pursuits
  • Direct the full pursuit lifecycle, including Go/No-Go analysis, kickoff meetings, document review, bid strategy, in-progress reviews, and final submissions for RFPs, RFQs, and RFBs
  • Oversee preparation of conceptual and detailed estimates, ensuring accurate takeoffs, sound pricing assumptions, and well-documented basis of estimate
  • Establish and implement cost risk management strategies, identify market trends, and drive continuous improvement to enhance margin performance and reduce cost exposure
  • Lead subcontractor and vendor solicitation, bid leveling, scope analysis, and buyout strategies; build and maintain strong industry partnerships and a performance-based partner database
  • Oversee procurement operations, including partner qualification, contract negotiation, and execution of subcontract and vendor agreements aligned with budget and schedule targets
  • Partner cross-functionally with executive leadership, business development, project management, and clients to secure alignment, validate pricing, and ensure successful project handoff
  • Build and manage a scalable estimating profit center that generates revenue through budgeting and preconstruction services
  • Lead project controls and PMIS strategy, driving implementation of tools and dashboards that provide real-time visibility into scope, schedule, cost, earned value, and profitability across multi-site programs
  • Institutionalize performance management processes, including KPI review cadence, post-project analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure sustained organizational profitability

Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience leading preconstruction/estimating for quick-serve restaurants, retail, or commercial projects (tenant improvement and ground-up)
  • Experience in government or large-scale project estimates, highly preferred
  • Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
  • Strong understanding of commercial and/or government construction means and methods, cost structures, and market dynamics
  • Proficiency in ProEst, Procore, Bluebeam, OST, Togal .AI, and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Revit, Smartsheet, and related software a plus
  • Experience with federal and state government, DoD RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and related solicitation documents
  • Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and personalities under pressure
  • Willingness to relocate or commute daily to our Plano, TX office

Benefits

  • medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
  • flexible paid time off
  • paid holidays
  • sick time
  • matching 401K plan

Job title

Director, Preconstruction

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$145,000 - $165,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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