Regional Director of Preconstruction - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Client
About the Company:
With over 40 years of experience, our client is a leader in exterior restoration and general contracting, specializing in complex building restoration projects across the Gulf Coast. The company prides itself on its commitment to safety, quality, and long-lasting client relationships. By fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, they deliver innovative solutions that enhance the condition of buildings and the communities they serve. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company with a strong legacy and a bright future.
Position:
As the Regional Director of Preconstruction, you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing the preconstruction phase of complex building restoration projects across multiple regions. This senior leadership position requires a strategic mindset, technical expertise, and the ability to drive innovation in estimating processes while aligning with the company’s mission of delivering value-driven solutions and maintaining long-term client relationships. You will be responsible for guiding the preconstruction teams to achieve regional and organizational goals, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
On Offer
- Strategic Impact: Lead and shape the preconstruction Team.
- Put your Stamp on It: Build & expand the South Florida market.
- Compensation: Excellent salary & additional Benefits:.
- Leadership: Seat at the table with C-suite.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership & Strategy:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of preconstruction managers and estimators across multiple regions, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and accountability.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to set regional strategies that align with the company’s long-term goals, focusing on expanding the company’s footprint in existing and new markets.
- Drive the continuous improvement of preconstruction processes, incorporating the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices to maintain a competitive edge.
2. Project Oversight & Development:
- Oversee the development and submission of accurate, comprehensive project bids, ensuring alignment with the company’s standards and client expectations.
- Coordinate with operations, safety, and project management teams to streamline the transition from preconstruction to construction, ensuring all project plans are thoroughly vetted and ready for execution.
- Lead high-level negotiations with subcontractors, vendors, and partners to secure the best value and performance outcomes for the company and its clients.
3. Client & Stakeholder Relations:
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key clients, consultants, and industry partners, positioning the company as a trusted leader in complex building restoration.
- Act as the primary liaison for high-profile projects, ensuring clear communication and alignment between all stakeholders, from project inception through closeout.
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings, promoting the company’s brand and values.
4. Financial & Performance Metrics:
- Monitor and analyze preconstruction performance metrics, including hit ratios, fee percentage deltas, and bid accuracy, to drive continuous improvement.
- Manage regional preconstruction budgets, ensuring cost efficiency while delivering high-quality results that meet or exceed client expectations.
- Implement strategies to improve the accuracy and predictability of project costs and timelines, contributing to the company’s overall financial success.
5. Safety & Compliance:
- Champion the company’s commitment to safety, ensuring that all preconstruction activities adhere to strict safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with the Safety Department to integrate safety considerations into all phases of project planning and execution, minimizing risks and ensuring a safe work environment for all team members and stakeholders.
Requirements
Required Skills & Competencies:
- Leadership Excellence: Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, driving high performance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Strategic Vision: Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate long-term goals into actionable plans.
- Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of preconstruction processes, cost estimating, and complex building restoration practices.
- Client-Centric Focus: Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with a commitment to delivering value and exceeding client expectations.
- Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and completeness in all deliverables.
- Cultural Alignment: Embodies the company’s core values of Relationships, Effort, Servant Heartedness, Trustworthiness, Ownership, Results, and Excellence.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in preconstruction management, with a focus on complex building restoration or general contracting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications in relevant areas are a plus.
- Proven track record of managing large-scale projects and leading multi-regional teams in the construction industry.
- Extensive knowledge of the Gulf Coast market and experience working in coastal environments is highly desirable.