Director, Preconstruction

Posted:
2/11/2026, 7:16:43 AM

Location(s):
Kansas City, Missouri, United States ⋅ Missouri, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

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It’s easy to love your job when you’re surrounded by driven, passionate leaders. We show up every day and give it our all; not because we have to, but because we want to.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for group and/or department leadership. Accountable for execution of team and vertical market responsibilities. Leads teams and projects across multiple markets and multiple teams.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Preconstruction – External to McCownGordon

  • Manages and develops relationships with the design team and client.
  • Monitors preconstruction process and ensures project success.
  • Builds relationships with clients, design partners and other project influencers.

Preconstruction – Internal to McCownGordon

  • Provides market and/or project team leadership.
  • Oversees and approves team strategies, processes, and deliverables.
  • Ensures team comprehension of contract and development and execution of the PFP.

Project Development

  • Assists or develops pursuit process and strategy.
  • Networks actively within the construction industry and generates leads.
  • Leads in RFQ/RFP response. May be involved in project interviews and preliminary client meetings.
  • Engages in professional, civic, or philanthropic organizations in a leadership position.

Estimating & Business Unit Responsibility

  • Leads the set-up of the GMP approval.
  • Conducts market analysis.
  • Manages department costs and Profit/Loss.
  • Leads development and growth of business unit preconstruction team.
  • Leads department initiatives.
  • Develops and implements training programs for associates to ensure their growth and conformance to McCownGordon procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • 13+ years’ experience in Estimating or Preconstruction.
  • Proven track record of training, leading and mentoring associates.
  • Extensive knowledge of estimating and preconstruction processes and software.


 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires work in an office environment.

Note: This job description reflects a summary of the job and does not prescribe or restrict the responsibilities that may be assigned. The job description is subject to change at any time.

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