Preconstruction Director - Water & Wastewater Construction
Mccarthy Building Companies, Inc.
A 160‑year‑old, 100% employee‑owned U.S. construction firm delivering complex building projects nationally.
Lead preconstruction for water/wastewater projects, managing estimates, schedules, and stakeholder ties.
18 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Dallas, TX
Office Full-Time
Company Size
7,400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Design
General Contractor
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Healthcare
Education
Science + Technology
Sports + Entertainment
Retail + Hospitality
Industrial
Commercial
Government
Role
Description
cost estimating
risk management
budget control
schedule coordination
process piping
vendor management
Works with team to develop pursuit strategy.
Process Piping
Assists in the prequalification process of trade partners and vendors.
Leads the development and training of other preconstruction staff.
Leads the development of cost estimates at all design milestones (10% to 100%).
Participates in client meeting
Leads the development of Trade Partner and Vendor buyo
Builds and maintains solid relationships with subcontractors to obtain a competitive advantage for McCarthy.
Presents deliverables to the owner in a complete and organized manner, per the approved guidelines of McCarthy and the requirements of the owner.
Assists the Marketing Department in preparation of responses to RFP’s and RFQ’s.
Provides alternative solutions taking into consideration cost, schedule, maintenance, and life cycle cost implications.
Oversees the establishment and maintenance of budget control during the construction phase of the project.
Leads the development of a GMP’
Manages the risk identification and mitigation process.
Can lead a Design-Bid-Build or Fixed Price Design Build pursuit.
Works with construction teams to maintain dialogue and receive feedback for implementation in future preconstruction efforts.
Assist in reconciling costs with final design documents where a GMP was provided at an early design milestone.
Assists Project team in design decisions and development of solutions.
Manages all aspects of risk and defines such for the executive team.
Acts as the team liaison between operations, estimating and design management.
Monitors productivity, budgets vs actual costs, and labor rates for incorporation into current and future estimates.
Assists team with clarifying scope of a budget, how scope was bought, and clarifying elements of the GMP as needed with the project team.
Leads a Fixed Price Design Build Project after award.
Prepares or oversees preparation of preconstruction schedule with buy-in from internal departments as relates to them. Interfaces with the owners and designers to maintain schedule. Keeps internal departments informed of schedule changes as relates to their activities. This includes identifying the need for multiple GMP’s to facilitate the overall project schedule.
Builds and maintains relationships with design engineers.
Maintains a “value added” approach to preconstruction.
Coordinates the development and review of Self-Perform Estimates for the following Self-Perform:
Participates in interviews and interview preparation.
Tracks and manages construction budget between formal estimating periods and keeps owner and team abreast of current budget and impact of design decisions.
Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity.
Networks at conferences and industry events to develop relationships with designers, owners, equipment vendors, trade partners, etc.
Attends and represents McCarthy in all design and coordination meetings. On some projects may lead these meetings. Maintains an action log for outstanding items and assigns responsibility for such action items. Maintains scope issues log and is responsible for compiling pricing (with assistance from estimating as needed).
Manages and maintains consistent deliverables in the approved format.
Leads internal McCarthy estimate reviews and project team coordination and status meetings.
Ensures we are adhering to contractual requirements and strategically meeting overall goals by understanding preconstruction and construction contracts and applying knowledge to assigned project.
Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs.
Reviews the project construction schedule and ensures the timely preparation of the General Conditions and coordination of General Conditions with trade packages.
Manages a relationship management plan with owners and key stakeholders in the markets that we cover.
Lead collaborative delivery projects (CMAR and Progressive Design Build) through the preconstruction phase.
Requirements
water/wastewater
treatment plant
large‑scale
subcontracts
bachelor’s
10+ years
In-depth knowledge of water/wastewater construction principles/practices required.
Proven experience managing preconstruction for large scale projects ($100M+) with emphasis on highly complex projects.
Ability to build trust and influence others internally and externally.
Experience managing and negotiating subcontracts and purchase orders.
Strong presentation skills.
Experience leading successful team ventures, including development of employees and maintaining relationships with external entities and subcontractor community.
Strong communication skills with ability to communicate to varied audiences.
Understands treatment plant process and can fills in design gaps for the completion of estimates as well as coordination between scopes.
Maintains knowledge of cost elements of projects
Experience with developing and managing relationships with owners, design teams, trade partners and vendors.
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, and/or 10+ Years of applicable estimating, design management and/or field management experience.
The company generates annual revenue in the billions, reflecting its significant market presence.
7,400 Employees
Workforce Size
The company employs around 7,400 professionals across regional offices.
#30 Ranking
Employee-Owned Firm
Ranked #30 among the top employee-owned construction firms in the 2021 NCEO list.
Evolved from a regional lumber business into one of America’s oldest privately held national builders.
Serves diverse sectors including energy, infrastructure, industrial, water, and marine with end-to-end construction services.
Known for tackling complex projects such as hospitals, labs, airports, and parking structures.
Features include blending traditional craftsmanship with modern design-phase innovation.
Balances large-scale capability with local expertise and deep community roots.
Culture + Values
Genuine – respect for the work we do and the people who do it; recognized for being honest and following through on commitments.
We, Not I – belief in the force multiplier (power) of teamwork and a consistent habit of sharing credit.
All In – fully committed and a reputation as someone people can count on to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Environment + Sustainability
9.5 GW
Clean Energy Delivered
Constructed 85+ utility-scale clean energy projects, including 9.5 GW of clean energy and 1.033 GW of battery storage.
1 GW
Solar Projects Underway
Currently building four large-scale solar projects across Texas and Arizona, expected to reach total capacity by mid-2025.
800+ Jobs
Solar Construction Employment
Creating significant employment opportunities, including 200+ apprenticeships in solar energy.
Opened 2011
Net-Zero Parking Structure
Completed a cutting-edge net-zero parking structure at Long Beach City College featuring green design innovations.
Solar apprenticeship program is U.S. Department of Labor-approved, includes renewable energy module, and registered in multiple states to align with Inflation Reduction Act standards.
Inclusion & Diversity
Values diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of brand standards, aiming to create an environment where everyone can succeed without barriers.
Promotes an 'inclusive culture' built on people, community, and clients, ensuring 'everyone has the opportunity to succeed without barriers'.
No specific gender or demographic percentages were publicly disclosed in sourced material.