About this position
Pay: $175,000.00 - $230,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Take on a high-impact leadership role where your expertise directly shapes major commercial construction projects.
- Lead and develop a talented preconstruction and estimating team while influencing company-wide strategy.
- Play a key role in winning exciting new projects, strengthening client relationships, and driving business growth.
- Enjoy strong earning potential, performance bonus opportunities, and an attractive benefits package.
- Make your mark on meaningful construction projects that improve communities.
- Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates looking to make their next big career move!
Location: La Vista / Omaha, NE | On-siteJoin our team in the growing Omaha metro area! This is an on-site leadership opportunity offering direct collaboration with project teams, clients, and company leadership. We're happy to consider exceptional candidates relocating to the area, with relocation assistance available.
Note: Candidates must have 8+ years of commercial construction preconstruction or estimating experience, including experience leading preconstruction activities, developing project budgets, and coordinating estimating efforts. We're looking for a confident leader ready to take ownership of major projects and guide a high-performing team.
About Us
Confidential EmployerWe're an established commercial construction company passionate about building spaces that make a difference. Our success comes from combining innovative thinking, strong client partnerships, and exceptional teamwork. We believe great construction starts long before groundbreaking, and we're looking for a Director of Preconstruction who shares that vision.
Job Description
- Lead preconstruction strategy and planning for commercial construction projects from initial concept through groundbreaking.
- Oversee conceptual estimates, cost models, project budgets, and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals.
- Manage, mentor, and develop preconstruction managers and estimators.
- Partner with clients, architects, engineers, and project teams to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions.
- Drive competitive bidding strategies, improve estimating processes, and help increase project win rates.
- Evaluate project risks, market conditions, and opportunities to improve pricing accuracy and profitability.
- Lead client presentations and build relationships that create long-term business opportunities.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to support growth, operational excellence, and market expansion.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of commercial construction preconstruction or estimating experience.
- Experience managing complex commercial construction budgets, proposals, and estimating activities.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing or mentoring preconstruction or estimating professionals.
- Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, cost planning, bidding, and construction delivery methods.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and client presentation skills.
- Familiarity with construction estimating software and project management tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience welcomed.
- Experience with GMP, CMAR, ground-up construction, or renovation projects is a plus.
Why You Will Love Working Here
You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your ideas matter and your leadership makes a visible impact. We value integrity, initiative, professional growth, and people who take pride in what they build. What we offer:
- Performance bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
- 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
- The opportunity to influence major projects and shape the future of our preconstruction operations.
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Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Location and commute
Omaha, NE .
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3205921629.