Director of Preconstruction – Ohio (Medina and Columbus)

Director of Preconstruction – Ohio (Medina and Columbus)

Why Join Us

Our client, a respected leader in mechanical construction, builds more than projects—they build partnerships. With over 40 years of success driven by safety, collaboration, and community impact, their Ohio teams in Medina and Columbus continue to grow. This is your opportunity to join a company where innovation, integrity, and people come first.

Role Overview

As Director of Preconstruction, you'll lead the Ohio preconstruction team—mentoring estimators, shaping project strategies, and developing trusted relationships with clients and partners. You'll drive early-stage success by balancing technical precision, profitability, and creative problem-solving across complex commercial and institutional projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing preconstruction and estimating team.

Represent company values by promoting safety, client satisfaction, and financial stewardship.

Build and maintain strong client, engineer, and trade partner relationships.

Identify strategic project opportunities that align with company strengths.

Oversee conceptual budgets, value engineering, design-assist reviews, and detailed estimates.

Collaborate with operations, project management, field, and fabrication teams to ensure alignment from design through turnover.

Continuously improve preconstruction processes, technology, and systems for accuracy and efficiency.

Success Metrics

High win rates and accurate project cost forecasting.

Improved departmental performance and estimator development.

Strong, repeat client relationships and consistent pursuit alignment.

Effective collaboration across internal and external project teams.

Who You Are

A seasoned construction professional with the leadership, vision, and relationship skills to guide teams and projects to success. You're as comfortable in a client boardroom as you are on a jobsite, and you thrive in an environment where strategy and precision meet collaboration.

Qualifications & Experience

Proven experience in mechanical estimating or preconstruction management (HVAC, plumbing, pipefitting).

Experience leading or mentoring teams and driving continuous improvement.

Strong technical understanding of mechanical systems, design coordination, and project delivery.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Proficiency in Quickpen, Autobid Mechanical, or similar estimating software preferred.

Business-minded approach with an eye for profitable, client-centered results.

Commitment to Safety, Team Engagement, and Community—the pillars of the company's culture.

Employer Branding & Benefits

This company's success is measured not just by what they build, but how they build it—safely, collaboratively, and with purpose.

You'll enjoy :

100% company-paid employee medical insurance (or company-sponsored plan)

HSA contributions

Dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with match and profit sharing

Paid vacation and holidays

The satisfaction of contributing to a company that invests in its people and community

Apply Now

If you're ready to lead with safety, strategy, and heart, and you're passionate about turning preconstruction into a relationship-driven art form—apply today to become the next Director of Preconstruction – Ohio (Medina and Columbus) and help build what lasts.