Director, Preconstruction

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions • Plano, TX

23h • $145,000 - $165,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is a veteran-owned business that provides construction, program management, real estate & site development, and architecture & engineering services for restaurant, grocery, fuel and convenience store, retail, and government sectors nationwide. We work with leading brands like McDonalds, Starbucks, Sprouts, and BP, to name a few. At Sevan, we provide the talent, technology, and trusted expertise needed to consistently deliver excellence in multi-site construction. Sevan is nationally recognized for workplace culture, industry leadership, and safety. Recent honors include 12 consecutive years as a Great Place to Work, placement on ENR's national Program and Construction Management rankings, recognition as one of America's Safest Companies for 2025, and the 2025 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award. The Director of Preconstruction is responsible for the overall pursuit management including estimating, pricing strategy, solicitation and procurement of sub-contractors, vendors, and materials, contract development and negotiation, and project controls. The position requires leadership, training, and mentoring of estimating, procurement, and controls teams. The Director of Preconstruction works with clients, architects/engineers, subcontractors and suppliers to develop construction projects, analyzes construction documents, proposals, and other documentation to prepare material, equipment, and labor estimates for national commercial and government construction projects. Work Conditions & Travel: This position will be based out of our corporate office in Plano, TX (Dallas) with a hybrid schedule. Travel is required nationally on an as needed basis, 20-40% of the time.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience leading preconstruction/estimating for quick-serve restaurants, retail, or commercial projects (tenant improvement and ground-up).
• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• Strong understanding of commercial and/or government construction means and methods, cost structures, and market dynamics.
• Proficiency in ProEst, Procore, Bluebeam, OST, Togal .AI, and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Revit, Smartsheet, and related software a plus.
• Experience with federal and state government, DoD RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and related solicitation documents.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and personalities under pressure.
• Willingness to relocate or commute daily to our Plano, TX office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in government or large-scale project estimates, highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing estimating organization that consistently delivers accurate, competitive, and profitable pricing strategies across hard bid, negotiated, unit price, lump sum, at-risk, and professional services pursuits.
• Direct the full pursuit lifecycle, including Go/No-Go analysis, kickoff meetings, document review, bid strategy, in-progress reviews, and final submissions for RFPs, RFQs, and RFBs.
• Oversee preparation of conceptual and detailed estimates, ensuring accurate takeoffs, sound pricing assumptions, and well-documented basis of estimate.
• Establish and implement cost risk management strategies, identify market trends, and drive continuous improvement to enhance margin performance and reduce cost exposure.
• Lead subcontractor and vendor solicitation, bid leveling, scope analysis, and buyout strategies; build and maintain strong industry partnerships and a performance-based partner database.
• Oversee procurement operations, including partner qualification, contract negotiation, and execution of subcontract and vendor agreements aligned with budget and schedule targets.
• Partner cross-functionally with executive leadership, business development, project management, and clients to secure alignment, validate pricing, and ensure successful project handoff.
• Build and manage a scalable estimating profit center that generates revenue through budgeting and preconstruction services.
• Lead project controls and PMIS strategy, driving implementation of tools and dashboards that provide real-time visibility into scope, schedule, cost, earned value, and profitability across multi-site programs.
• Institutionalize performance management processes, including KPI review cadence, post-project analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure sustained organizational profitability.

Benefits

• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, flexible paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, and a matching 401K plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director