Douglasville, GA

Vice President – Mechanical Preconstruction

The Organization

Our client is a leading mechanical contracting firm known for delivering high-quality HVAC, plumbing, and piping solutions, seeking a Vice President of Mechanical Preconstruction to lead and elevate their growing preconstruction and estimating division.

The Role

As the Vice President of Mechanical Preconstruction, you will guide the full estimating function from conceptual budgeting through final bid submission ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and alignment with company goals. You’ll collaborate with executive leadership, project managers, and clients to drive profitable growth and support the company’s expanding presence across the Southeast.

Core Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical estimators and preconstruction professionals.
Cost Estimation: Review specifications, drawings, and bid documents to prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates.
Estimating Standards: Establish and maintain estimating standards, databases, and best practices.
Strategic Partnership: Partner with business development and operations teams to evaluate opportunities and develop winning strategies.
Risk Assessment: Conduct project risk assessments and provide value-engineering recommendations.
Proposal Development: Oversee final pricing, proposal development, and client presentation.
Market Monitoring: Monitor market trends, labor rates, and material costs to ensure competitive bids.

Candidate Profile

Experience: 10+ years of mechanical estimating experience (HVAC, plumbing, or piping).
Leadership Success: Demonstrated success leading an estimating or preconstruction department.
Technical Expertise: Strong expertise in mechanical systems and construction methodologies.
Software Proficiency: Proficiency with estimating software (Trimble, QuoteSoft, or similar).
Communication Skills: Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership capabilities.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

Benefits

Compensation Package: Competitive compensation package with leadership incentives.
Company Reputation: Strong company reputation and long-standing stability.
Company Culture: Collaborative, growth-focused company culture.
Strategic Influence: Opportunity to shape and influence the strategic direction of the preconstruction division.

Application Process

If this sounds like your next opportunity, we would like to speak with you! Please apply here with your resume and we will reach out to discuss.

Vice President – Mechanical Preconstruction

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