Job Description

This person will guide the estimating team, drive business development efforts, pursue high-fit work, and contribute to long-term market strategy. They will step into an essential leadership position during a period of accelerated transition due to an upcoming retirement.

This role requires deep concrete construction expertise, strong client relationship skills, and the ability to lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing preconstruction team.

Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as the primary leader and representative of the Preconstruction department.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the estimating team (4 direct reports).
• Guide strategic planning for market positioning, workload, and company growth.

Business Development

• Maintain and expand client relationships.
• Pursue and secure high-fit project opportunities.
• Represent ELY in proposals, presentations, and preconstruction meetings.

Preconstruction & Estimating

• Oversee all estimating activities for accuracy and competitiveness.
• Delegate and manage team workload effectively.
• Implement value-engineering solutions and support market/vertical expansion.

Success Metrics (6–12 Months)

• Strong cultural integration as a collaborative, servant leader.
• Continuity and growth of client relationships.
• Award of several new projects and consistent, high-quality bids.
• Effective team leadership and contribution to strategic planning and forecasting.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Industry Expertise

• 10–15 years of concrete construction experience.
• Background with a GC that self-performs concrete or a concrete contractor with diverse project experience (not limited to tilt-up).
• Experience with Structural and or Elevated Concrete

Education

• Relevant construction or engineering education preferred.

Functional Competencies (Must-Have)

• Ability to build and leverage a strong client portfolio.
• Advanced preconstruction/estimating skills.
• Experience managing and developing an estimating team.

Relocation package available!

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