Growing Midwest commercial construction and real‑estate development firm delivering projects nationwide.
Lead preconstruction strategy, team, and processes to achieve growth goals.
23 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Davenport, IA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
480 Employees
Service Specialisms
Preconstruction Services
Construction
Post Construction (Aftercare) Services
Sustainable/Lean Design
Virtual Design & Construction
Safety
Commercial Construction
General Contracting
Sector Specialisms
Commercial Construction
Real Estate Development
Retail Construction
Tenant Fit-outs
New Construction
Expansions/Renovations
Preconstruction Services
Post Construction (Aftercare) Services
Role
Description
process standardization
cost management
tool evaluation
workflow modernization
team leadership
client relations
Organize team meetings, training sessions, and one-on-one check-ins to promote communication and professional development.
Champion process innovation, standardization, and continuous improvement across offices.
Develop and implement departmental goals, key performance metrics and operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
Provide leadership and support to the preconstruction team during project pursuits to ensure proposals and deliverables align with client and company goals.
Provide strategic direction and oversight for all preconstruction activities.
Lead, mentor and develop Preconstruction Executives, Managers and Engineers to build a high-performing, collaborative team culture.
Partner with Business Development and Marketing teams to evaluate and pursue new project opportunities.
Establish, refine and enforce standardized processes, templates and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all offices.
Recognize and celebrate team and individual achievements to maintain engagement and morale.
Participate in high-level project pursuits, interviews, and presentations, providing strategic insight into project positioning and client expectations.
Develop and manage departmental systems for cost data collection, tracking, and analysis to improve forecasting and data integrity.
Recruit, train, and retain top preconstruction talent; build a culture of growth, accountability, and excellence.
Coordinate resources and best practices between regional offices to ensure consistent quality and collaboration across the company.
Facilitate seamless handoffs between preconstruction and operations to maintain continuity and project success.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers and trade partners to support business development and future work acquisition.
Evaluate and maintain preconstruction tools, databases, and software systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and accessibility.
Oversee departmental staffing, resource allocation and workload balancing across multiple concurrent pursuits.
Lead initiatives to modernize and streamline preconstruction workflows, leveraging technology and analytics to enhance decision-making and efficiency.
Coordinate with Operations, Real Estate Development, Business Development, Marketing, IT and Executive Leadership to ensure cross-departmental alignment.
Act as a conduit between preconstruction and field operations to align project goals, budgets and schedules.
Report performance metrics, workload trends and staffing forecasts to the Vice President of Preconstruction and Executive Leadership.
Conduct regular performance reviews, establish clear development paths, and implement individualized coaching plans.
Requirements
preconstruction software
data analytics
bachelor’s
12‑15 yrs
leadership
strategic
Proficiency with preconstruction software, data analytics tools, and workflow management systems preferred.
Visionary leader who builds teams and drives organizational growth.
Strategic thinker capable of balancing innovation with operational rigor.
Demonstrated success leading multi-disciplinary preconstruction teams and managing multiple concurrent pursuits.
Approximately 10% regional and national travel required for client meetings, interoffice coordination and key project pursuits.
12–15 years of progressive experience in preconstruction, estimating, or related roles, including a minimum of 5 years in leadership.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field required.
Strong understanding of preconstruction principles, budgeting, scheduling, and client engagement at a strategic level.
Skilled communicator and collaborator across all organizational levels.
Proven ability to lead through influence, motivate diverse teams, and foster collaboration across departments and offices.
Advanced communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to interface effectively with clients and executives.
Benefits
Motivated mentor dedicated to developing talent and advancing careers.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1983
Year Founded
The company was established in this year, marking the beginning of its expansion from a regional builder to a national force.
$7 Billion
Revenue Delivered
The company has delivered over this amount in revenue across 34 states, showcasing its significant market presence.
Headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, and with key offices in St. Louis and Kansas City, it balances local roots and wide reach.
Projects range from new construction to complex additions and renovations in markets like healthcare, hospitality, and corporate.
They offer end‑to‑end services from preconstruction through post‑construction, leveraging lean and virtual design methods.
Known for hands‑on execution, strong trade partnerships, technical expertise, and innovative collaboration models.
Recent notable work includes large-scale commercial builds and integrated development projects.
Its approach: on‑time, on‑budget delivery with a ‘wow’ factor, underpinned by transparent, executive‑level engagement.
Culture + Values
Safety is paramount. Without it and the physical and mental health and well‑being of our team members nothing else matters.
We operate with honesty, authenticity, and transparency and hold ourselves accountable for excellence.
We are flexible and committed to providing unique solutions and creating lasting relationships.
Our culture attracts and retains the best team members to propel individual and organizational growth.
We generously give our time and talent to strengthen our communities and foster a culture of giving back.
We are in constant pursuit of new, outside‑the‑box ways to improve our processes and our performance.
Communicate with Purpose
Be a Part of Something Bigger
We Are Russell
Lead with Excellence
Build the Dream Team
Universal Paid Time Off: employees take time off when they need it; it’s not earned and it’s not accrued.
Open office environment to support collaboration and fun.
Environment + Sustainability
$2.3 Million
Community Donations
Donated to local non-profit and community service agencies since inception.
$810,000
Annual Charity Golf
Annual charity golf outing for Quad Cities charities.
Inclusion & Diversity
2023
Network Launched
A professional development network for women was established across all offices.
Foster a culture of inclusion where all team members feel a strong sense of belonging, are empowered, and can be fully themselves.
Nurture each team member toward inclusive leadership, making decisions based on our cultural values.