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Preconstruction Lead

We are seeking an experienced Preconstruction Lead to drive project development, risk management, and estimating for complex, mission-critical projects including data centers, healthcare, and facilities. The Preconstruction Lead will own scope development, constructability reviews, budgeting, forecasting, procurement strategy, permitting coordination, and early-stage scheduling to ensure projects are viable, safe, and aligned with client objectives. This role requires strong technical knowledge of mechanical/MEP systems, mission-critical infrastructure, and energy solutions, proficiency with project controls tools, and the ability to collaborate with engineering, operations, and commercial teams to advance projects from concept through bid and mobilization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and project development activities: scope definition, constructability reviews, value engineering, and feasibility assessments for data center, mission-critical, healthcare, and facilities projects.
• Develop and validate detailed cost estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts; maintain risk registers and contingency plans to support sound decision-making and client confidence.
• Create and maintain early project schedules using Microsoft Project and Primavera P6; coordinate sequencing, resource planning, and critical-path analysis to support procurement and mobilization.
• Coordinate permitting and regulatory approvals, working with authorities having jurisdiction and internal compliance teams to secure timely permits and meet code, LEED, and healthcare requirements.
• Drive procurement strategy and vendor selection, issue RFIs/RFPs, evaluate subcontractor bids, and manage subcontract scopes and commercial terms to optimize cost and constructability.
• Collaborate with engineering, mechanical/MEP, and commissioning teams to integrate design-for-construction input, ensure system-level coordination, and address mission-critical reliability and resilience requirements.
• Conduct project kickoff workshops and stakeholder alignment sessions; maintain clear communication with clients, design teams, operations, and senior leadership throughout preconstruction.
• Administer project controls and documentation platforms (Procore, JDE, SharePoint); own estimate versioning, scope change tracking, PXP and project file management, and support monthly forecasting and reporting.
• Lead risk management and joint readiness assessments for mission-critical projects; evaluate single-point-of-failure risks, redundancy strategies, and energy-as-a-service (EaaS) opportunities.
• Mentor and lead preconstruction staff and estimating teams; foster best practices in estimating, constructability, budgeting, and schedule planning.
• Support commercial negotiations and bid presentations; provide technical leadership during bid reviews and participate in final contract negotiations.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architecture or related field;
  Masters or advanced technical degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive preconstruction, estimating, or project development experience with a proven track record on data center, mission-critical, healthcare, or large facilities projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in preconstruction disciplines: estimating, constructability, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, scope development, and procurement.
• Technical knowledge of mechanical and MEP systems, commissioning, and mission-critical design principles; experience with energy solutions, Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) or similar performance-based models a plus.
• Proficiency with project and construction tools:
  Procore, JDE, PXP, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, SharePoint; strong competence with estimating and financial modeling tools.
• Professional certifications highly desirable: PMP, CCM, PE, LEED AP; experience with Joint Readiness or other mission-critical readiness assessments is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead kickoff sessions, present to clients, and influence cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to develop realistic schedules, reliable budgets, and maintain tight coordination between design, procurement, and construction teams.
• Experience with permitting processes, code compliance, healthcare facility requirements, and regulatory coordination.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required and to support field readiness and constructability reviews.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary: $120k - $165k
• Travel Expenses
• Performance Bonus
• Car Allowance
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays