Director, Preconstruction
Sevan Multi-Site Solutions
Leads estimating and preconstruction for commercial projects, managing team and bids.
8 days ago ago
$140,000 - $150,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Plano, TX
Office Full-Time
Company Size
450 Employees
Service Specialisms
Design
Program Management
Construction Services
Data Analytics
Architecture & Design
Engineering
Surveys & Facility Assessments
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Restaurant
Retail
Healthcare
Grocery
Fuel and Convenience Store
Government
Hospitality
Commercial
Role
What you would be doing
estimating software
quantity takeoffs
bid management
cost estimation
team leadership
client collaboration
- Lead, train, and mentor the estimating team to deliver accurate, timely, and high-quality estimates and proposals.
- Oversee the full estimating lifecycle—from conceptual budgets and schematic estimates to GMPs and hard bids.
- Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to develop accurate pricing and identify value-engineering opportunities.
- Support Development of Top Brands: Opportunity to work behind the scenes supporting efforts for industry leaders like McDonald’s, Starbucks, and 7-Eleven.
- Implement and manage estimating technology and software (ProEst, Bluebeam, Procore, etc.).
- Set the Standard: Be a role model for professional behavior, fostering a workplace culture that motivates and inspires others.
- Establish and enforce company-wide estimating procedures, templates, and cost databases.
- Foster a culture of accuracy, responsiveness, collaboration, and professional growth within the team.
- Champion Key Initiatives: Play a vital role in driving Sevan-wide initiatives like Safety and Sustainability, ensuring positive impacts for our people and the planet.
- Lead preconstruction meetings, bid strategy sessions, and risk reviews.
- Support business development and proposal teams in RFP/RFQ pursuits, including conceptual pricing and technical narratives.
- Serve as a working leader, actively contributing to estimating deliverables while overseeing team performance.
- Set clear performance expectations, manage workloads, and establish accountability for deliverables and deadlines.
- Support team members with technical guidance, scope review, and cost validation on active bids.
- Step in as lead estimator on complex or high-priority pursuits, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
- Audit all estimates to ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation of assumptions.
- Partner closely with operations leadership to align estimating practices with project delivery goals.
- Maintain close alignment with operations teams during project handoff to confirm scope, assumptions, and risk items.
- Model best practices in estimating methodology, documentation, and communication to set the standard for the department.
- Produce detailed quantity take-offs, conceptual and hard-bid estimates, and pricing proposals for select projects.
- Manage the estimating pipeline to ensure balanced workloads and timely delivery.
- Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to stay current on market pricing and escalation trends.
What you bring
10+ yrs
estimating
proest
procore
bachelor
leadership
- 15+ years of progressive commercial construction experience, with at least 10 years in estimating/preconstruction.
- Strong understanding of commercial construction means and methods, cost structures, and market dynamics.
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Solutions-oriented, able to handle aggressive expectations in a professional manner.
- Experience with federal and state government, DoD RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and related solicitation documents.
- Collaborative leader with the ability to develop and retain a strong, motivated estimating team.
- Strategic thinker who balances cost accuracy with business objectives.
- Operates with urgency and precision under demanding deadlines.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
- Proficiency in ProEst, Procore, Bluebeam, OST, and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Revit, Smartsheet, and related software a plus.
- Willingness to relocate or commute daily to the Dallas, TX office.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and personalities under pressure.
- Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and process-driven.
- Proven experience leading preconstruction/estimating for quick-serve restaurants, retail, or commercial projects (tenant improvement and ground-up).
- Grow With Us: Take charge of your personal and professional growth through hands-on experience, engaging training programs, and opportunities to mentor interns and co-ops.
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Company
Overview
Founded 2011
Year Established
Began operations in 2011.
$165M Revenue
Annual Revenue
Delivers estimated annual revenue exceeding $165 million through disciplined, tech‑enabled project delivery.
35k Sites
Global Presence
Revitalized over 21,000 retail stores and 14,000 restaurants.
49 States
Architectural Licensing
Holds licensed architects in 49 states plus DC, Canada, and Guam.
- Grew from a regional player to a global service provider with offices in the US and London.
- Offers integrated services: program management, architectural & engineering design, and construction execution.
- Serves major brands like McDonald’s, Starbucks, Walgreens, Amtrak, and Kroger across retail, restaurant & government sectors.
- Contractor licenses in 25+ states.
- Earned repeated industry acclaim: Inc. 5000, FT 1000, ENR top program‑management rankings, and Fortune‑listed workplace.
- Integrity
- Respect
- Teamwork
- Excellence
- Charity
- Safety
- Sustainability
10 Years
Zero Worksite Accidents
Achieved over 4 million labor hours without any incidents, demonstrating a strong commitment to safety and responsible practices.
21,000+ Retail Sites and 14,000+ Restaurants
Resource Optimization
Operates efficiently by managing resources through advanced analytics and program management tools.
- Elevates safety program integrates sustainability into core operations.
- Partnered on EV charging infrastructure projects to reduce transportation carbon emissions.
- Licensed architects in all 50 US states plus Canada and territories—enabling widespread sustainable design deployment.
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