Pre-Construction Director Opportunity
We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Pre-Construction Director to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior professional to take on a leadership role and drive the success of our construction projects.
About the Role
The Pre-Construction Director will be responsible for overseeing the pre-construction phase of projects, ensuring all activities are planned and executed efficiently within predefined parameters. This includes leading and guiding the team through strategic project pitches and ensuring that project vision aligns with client expectations.
This senior client-facing leadership role will see your expertise instrumental in winning competitive bids and securing successful project initiation. You will work closely with all Divisional teams to ensure seamless collaboration and effective communication.
Responsibilities:
* Lead the preconstruction team to accomplish contract requirements.
* Lead the preconstruction services team by budgeting, scheduling, or organizing, defining roles and responsibilities.
* Contribute to the development of standards, processes, practices, etc. as needed for the Preconstruction Services to be a Best of Class provider in the construction industry.
* Closely collaborate with clients to understand their unique requirements and co-create tailored solutions that align seamlessly with their vision.
* Conduct thorough quality assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential challenges during the pre-construction phase, safeguarding project success.
* Advocate for and implement sustainable and environmentally responsible practices during the preconstruction phase, aligning with industry best practices and client expectations.
* Identify and assess relevant risks associated with any pre-construction activities.
* Contribute meaningfully to value engineering and alternatives in proposals.
* Attend meetings with potential clients and develop relationships that will potentially lead to additional work for the company.
* Maintain and expedite pre-construction practices and services for all teams on projects assigned.
* Keep customers informed of preconstruction progress on the project and of any significant technical problems/solutions and their effect on design and/or cost.
* Coordinate with Estimating department staff on the development of project budgets and oversee the preparation of estimates into format for presentation.
* Oversight of the preparation of all materials presented to the owner, architect, or engineer on a project.
* Ease the turnover of a project from Preconstruction and estimating to operations is done properly with appropriate hand-off meetings and all information is transferred to the operations team.
* Stay updated with the latest construction technologies and methodologies, integrating them into pre-construction processes to enhance efficiency and quality.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying or a related field (preferred).
* Extensive experience in pre-construction management with an established building contractor.
* Large-scale multi-sector project experience (preferred).
* Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry best practices.
* Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.
* Strong leadership and team management.
* Strong understanding of relevant building regulations, codes, and legislation.
* Ability to develop relationships and influence a wide variety of project stakeholders including external design firms.
* Innovative mindset with the confidence to challenge current methodologies.
* 10+ years experience in construction.
Please Note:
* This position is available in Belfast, Cork, Dublin, Galway, or Limerick.
* Hybrid working arrangements are available.
* This position may also suit a recently retired PCM or one close to retirement age who would prefer a three-day week – this can also be accommodated for the right candidate.
* A driving license is required.
Contact us for further information.