Director of Preconstruction

G&E Partners are currently working with one of the largest ENR ranked GCs in Atlanta, seeking a Preconstruction Leader to join them in their upcoming growth efforts.

The role is with a GC who are aggressively expanding their Atlanta division after establishing a strong presence both state and nationwide. Their growth plans make this role a critical hire for them as the ability to bid and win work will only aid their growth plans.

Roles and Responsibilities(Not Exhaustive):

• Lead Estimating Operations: Oversee all estimating activities across the office, ensuring accurate, competitive, and timely bid preparation for diverse construction projects.
• Strategic Bid Planning: Develop and implement bid strategies that align with company goals, market conditions, and client needs, focusing on win rates and profitability.
• Team Management & Development: Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of estimators, ensuring consistent training, process adherence, and professional growth.
• Risk Assessment & Cost Control: Evaluate project risks, material and labour costs, and subcontractor pricing to ensure comprehensive, well-analysed estimates and cost certainty.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with executives, project managers, clients, and preconstruction teams to ensure clear communication, seamless project hand-offs, and strong client relationships.
• Trade Partner Relationships: Build and maintain a strong network of subcontractors and suppliers, including prequalification, bid coverage and performance feedback

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 10+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Demonstrated success delivering large-scale projects.
• Experience managing client relationships.
• Long-term tenure with reputable General Contractors (5+ years at a single firm preferred).
• Must be based in or open to relocating to Atlanta; regional travel required.

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit your resume along with a detailed project list of public-sector work for confidential consideration.

Note: Only candidates with verified public-sector construction leadership experience will be considered.