Director of Estimating and Preconstruction

Position Summary VCC is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Director of Preconstruction & Estimating to lead and elevate our nationwide preconstruction operations. This is a high-impact executive role responsible for building, standardizing, and scaling a centralized preconstruction and estimating function that supports eight offices across the country. You will operate at both the strategic and client level-driving internal excellence while serving as a trusted advisor to owners, architects, and development partners. Your leadership will directly influence project success from concept through contract, ensuring alignment across scope, budget, schedule, and market conditions. This is a safety-sensitive position. What You'll Be Responsible For Leadership & Team Development Build and lead a centralized preconstruction and estimating department that supports all eight VCC offices nationwide Develop staffing plans, recruit and mentor team members, and establish a scalable structure for department growth Define and implement standardized processes, workflows, and tools for consistency and efficiency across all projects Preconstruction Management Oversee the full preconstruction process-from conceptual budgeting through final GMP/hard bid estimates Lead project preplanning, including feasibility reviews, constructability analysis, and design coordination Direct and manage bid schedules, ensuring coverage and timely delivery across multiple concurrent projects Collaborate closely with internal departments (Operations, Business Development, etc.) to align strategies and resources Client Engagement & Strategy Serve as a primary point of contact for clients during the preconstruction phase Guide owners, architects, and consultants through early design and cost decisions, providing expert input and solutions Present budgets, schedules, and value engineering options in client meetings and interviews Help secure work through professional and strategic relationship building Estimating Oversight Supervise the preparation of conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates Oversee quantity takeoffs, scope development, and pricing accuracy across all trade disciplines Maintain and grow a company-wide historical cost database, regional pricing data, and lessons learned repository Track industry trends, escalation forecasts, and labor market conditions to inform accurate estimating Subcontractor & Market Engagement Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and trade partners across all regions Leverage industry contacts to gather competitive pricing, availability, and insight on market conditions What You Bring: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field-or equivalent experience Minimum of 8+ years in preconstruction and estimating, with leadership experience required Demonstrated experience building or leading a preconstruction team, ideally in a multi-office or national setting Strong client-facing skills, with experience presenting to owners, developers, and design teams Proven ability to manage complex schedules, workflows, and multiple concurrent projects Expertise with industry-standard tools such as On-Screen Takeoff, Microsoft Excel, and estimating software platforms Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills Knowledge across multiple commercial sectors including retail, multifamily, hospitality, and mixed-use What We Offer We invest in our people and support long-term careers. Our employees receive a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support both professional performance and personal well-being, including: Competitive wages and potential bonus opportunities Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans Company-provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement options Wellness program and employee support resources Paid time off and paid holidays 100% paid six-week maternity leave Why VCC Founded in 1987, from one office in Little Rock to nine offices nationwide, VCC has built a reputation for excellence. We operate with a financially conservative, debt-free philosophy that provides stability and long-term opportunity. Our success is built on strong field leadership. If you're ready to lead meaningful projects and build your future with a respected national contractor, apply today. VCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background and drug screening.

Created: 2026-03-10