Preconstruction Director

General Purpose

A Preconstruction Director is a high-level leadership role responsible for the "planning phase" of a construction project. They bridge the gap between a client’s initial vision and the actual start of building. This role requires a blend of technical design and engineering knowledge, schedule building, and relationship management skills.

The Director works with clients to select the building materials and products through an early submittal process, review drawings for accuracy and consistency prior to construction, and build initial project schedules defining critical milestones. They work on a few projects at a time with the project developers and prepare projects for consistent handoff to project managers. This position will work with offices in Logansport and Lafayette Indiana and will report to the VP Of Sales.

Duties and Responsibilities

Collaborate with owners and architects to ensure designs align with the owner’s project goals.

Collaborate with owners and subcontractors to ensure materials selected are within the owner’s budget and meet design intent.

Work with engineers to ensure drawings are fully developed and ready for construction to start.

Work with owners, state, and local municipalities to acquire necessary permits for the project

Construct initial project schedule defining critical milestones for project success

Attendance of early design meetings

Project Management & Supervision Support

Handoff of project design & schedule to project manager

Regular check-ins with PM & supervisor to support design questions & changes

Education, Qualifications and Experience

Must have valid driver’s license

Experience in industrial and/or commercial construction experience

Misc. Skills/ Soft Skills / Intangibles Preferred:

Computer skills – proficient in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, etc. and a willingness to learn software as required

Strong communication skills; verbally, written, and via drawings / illustrations

Ability to read, understand and review drawings

Ability to create, review, and update Microsoft Project schedules

Ability to read, understand and review subcontractor proposals

Understand material data submittal process

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Highly detail-oriented

Customer service attitude

Strong work ethic

Good time management

Benefits

Full-time, salary position

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Long Term / Short Term coverage

Life Insurance

401K Retirement Savings with 6% company match PLUS 5% Profit Sharing

Earned PTO

Paid holidays

SCI Wellness Program