Preconstruction Executive

Overview

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Preconstruction Executive to lead preconstruction and design phase services and manage the preconstruction team for multiple projects, all projects within a Business Unit (BU), or on a single large complex project.

Who are we? As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

The Preconstruction Executive plays a critical role within the business unit. By joining the company at this level, you have the opportunity to influence decisions, provide expertise as it relates to preconstruction, and work with a team of experienced professionals that will provide initial training and guidance, and long-term partnership. Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through resources. You will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills.

• Coordinates with Divisional and Business Unit leadership on strategic plans and risk identification/mitigation
• Engages the market with architectural and engineering firms to build long-lasting strategic relationships
• Participates in external networking and community events within the AEC community
• Actively builds the fee proposal and RFP responses on pursuits
• Leads pursuits and network opportunities as a doer-seller
• Coaches operations staff on Gilbane preconstruction and procurement practices to drive consistent processes
• Collaborates with Economic Inclusion and Purchasing to expand Diverse-Owned and Small Business (DOSB) partnerships within the Business Unit
• Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
• Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in achieving strategic goals
• Partners with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, client capture plans and account plans; optimizes profit levers and gross profit margin tactics to achieve performance targets on new sales

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar technical field
• 9-12 years of experience in leading operations, procurement, estimating, scheduling, or supply chain management teams
• 5-7 years of experience in construction management industry or A/E industry
• Experience on multiple project delivery types preferred (CMR, DB, IPD, etc.)
• Design phase/design-build management experience preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Exceptional presentation skills
• In-depth knowledge of industry trends, local market, and economic conditions
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects and teams concurrently
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead a multi-disciplined team in achieving project goals
• Proven record of delivering results in a complex business

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants…