Director of Preconstruction-Electrical Construction
Kimmel & Associates · New Orleans, Louisiana, United States · $150k–$200k
Posted 11 days ago
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Skills
Electrical estimatingPreconstructionValue engineeringBid strategyAccubid
Benefits
- ✓Base salary
- ✓Professional growth
- ✓Comprehensive benefits package
- ✓Collaborative work environment
Job description
**About the Company**
Our client is a well-established electrical contractor with a strong presence in the commercial construction market. The company has built its reputation on delivering complex electrical projects with a focus on quality, technical expertise, and strong client relationships.
**About the Position**
We are seeking a **Director of Preconstruction** to lead the company’s entire preconstruction operation, from initial client engagement through estimating, budgeting, value engineering, and project handoff.
This is a key leadership position overseeing a team of **five estimators** and partnering closely with clients, project teams, and company leadership. The ideal candidate will bring deep electrical estimating and preconstruction experience along with the leadership skills to develop a high-performing team and drive successful project pursuits.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead the full preconstruction process from client engagement through project award.
- Oversee estimating, budgeting, bid strategy, and value engineering.
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of five estimators.
- Review estimates for accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness.
- Partner with clients, general contractors, and internal teams throughout the pursuit process.
- Develop and implement effective preconstruction strategies for large commercial projects.
- Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost optimization.
- Support project turnover and ensure a smooth transition from preconstruction to operations.
- Help establish and improve estimating and preconstruction processes.
**Requirements**
- **10+ years of experience** in electrical estimating, preconstruction, or project management.
- Experience with **large-scale commercial electrical construction projects**.
- Proven leadership experience managing and developing estimating or preconstruction professionals.
- Strong understanding of electrical construction costs, budgets, and project execution.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills.
- Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
- **Accubid proficiency is a plus.**
- Ability to manage multiple pursuits and priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
**Benefits**
- **$150,000–$200,000 base salary**, based on experience.
- Leadership position with significant organizational impact.
- Opportunity to lead and develop an established estimating team.
- Professional growth and advancement opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Collaborative work environment with strong leadership support.
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