BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY
Preconstruction Director
BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
ArchKey Solutions
Position Title:
Preconstruction Director
Location:
San Jose, CA, United States
Department:
Project Delivery
Category:
Preconstruction
Description PRECONSTRUCTION DIRECTOR - DATA CENTERS Position may be based out of our San Jose, CA or San Francisco, CA office.
About ArchKey ArchKey is one of the nation's largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We're the POWER behind making the improbable possible.
We’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future.
Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset, bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.
About the Position As a Preconstruction Director, you will be responsible for qualifying, cultivating, generating and fostering Data Center opportunities for the Company. Once those opportunities are qualified and obtained, this role ensures optimum financial positioning occurs. The position has complete oversight and responsibility for the teams that manage all preconstruction deliverables including estimates, design assistance, engineering, scope development, constructability, scheduling, overall execution strategy, JV creations, UBE plan, subcontractor solicitation, contract terms negotiations, long‑lead procurement, and initial billing associated with large‑scale Data Center projects and ensures thorough, exemplary customer communications and project results are achieved.
Our Ideal Candidate
Is a proven leader, able to hire, coach, and develop a strong team of high performers.
Has strong negotiation, conflict management, and persuasion skills, able to influence at all levels of the organization.
Is an exceptional communicator, able to build strong internal and external business partner relationships while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
Day in the Life
Directs and supervises the preconstruction managers responsible for each opportunity for quality and accuracy of work. This includes all preconstruction deliverables and performs estimates and bidding, assists with establishing goals, and communicates expected standards of performance and quality for others.
Determines which projects to pursue based upon operational capacity, opportunity for cross‑selling, and strategic geographic opportunities for future growth.
Ensures preconstruction management partners with design department on design/build and design/assist projects to assure the project is designed to the optimal achievable cost within the allotted budget.
Supports preconstruction managers in planning, reviews, and helps coordinate all assigned preconstruction deliverables to maximize time and efficiency while delivering promises to customers and co‑workers.
Works with preconstruction managers to determine general expenses, labor rates, scope and other elements associated with the opportunities, provides a detailed value analysis, and ensures all deliverables meet the customer’s and/or company’s conditions for timing and quality satisfaction.
Develops and maintains exemplary client and subcontractor relationships and conducts high‑quality business development activities regularly.
Creates and manages an annual Get and Complete budget and maintains some level of responsibility for companywide backlog.
Builds strategic and effective relationships with customers, project teams, specialist contractors, vendors, suppliers, user groups and others that reflect and support the company’s core values and meet or exceed customers’ expectations.
Provides regular and high‑quality hiring, communications, mentoring, coaching, problem‑solving, and training for staff and other co‑workers at all levels; advises and coaches employees and provides performance feedback regularly.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in engineering, construction management, building construction, architecture, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum 10+ years of electrical construction experience in estimating, common code requirements, design/build estimating and preconstruction with a concentration in large commercial construction projects. Previous experience with field installation helpful. Minimum 5 years of direct people‑management experience.
Preferably 4–5 years of hands‑on project management experience; extensive project management leadership skills and thorough understanding of the project life cycle.
Extensive experience with value analysis in all market segments and in‑depth trade knowledge. Experience with computerized estimating software, preferably Accubid. Strong conceptual estimating skills and experience reviewing estimates for accuracy and completeness. Experience in establishing budgets, business negotiation and vendor communication.
Knowledge of building construction, materials, costs, systems, market conditions/trends, trade practices and regional differences; extensive knowledge of electrical code and skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, blueprints and specifications and financial documents; strong technical understanding of electrical systems.
Strong visionary strategic leadership and communication skills for employee groups at all levels, customers, subcontractors, vendors and community leaders. Exceptional business development, relationship building and client communication skills.
Excellent written, verbal, listening, presentation, negotiation, conflict management and persuasion skills, and the ability to influence employees at all levels, including senior management.
Exceptional ability to coach, mentor, motivate and develop front‑line and senior‑level management, providing support to build highly performing, highly engaged teams and providing organizational and leadership guidance through periods of significant transition. Strong collaboration, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with and facilitate diverse work teams.
Travel
Approximately 50% of travel is expected and required.
Salary Range
$152,500 - $198,200 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. We also offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well‑being. Additional information is available at ArchKey.com.
Legal & Fraud Disclaimer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. #CA30-1
Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions only communicates through official channels. All official communication will come from an @archkey.com email address and we will never ask for financial information, payments, or personal details outside of the standard hiring process. To confirm the legitimacy of a job, visit our careers page or reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Preconstruction Director
Location:
San Jose, CA, United States
Department:
Project Delivery
Category:
Preconstruction
Description PRECONSTRUCTION DIRECTOR - DATA CENTERS Position may be based out of our San Jose, CA or San Francisco, CA office.
About ArchKey ArchKey is one of the nation's largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We're the POWER behind making the improbable possible.
We’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future.
Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset, bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.
About the Position As a Preconstruction Director, you will be responsible for qualifying, cultivating, generating and fostering Data Center opportunities for the Company. Once those opportunities are qualified and obtained, this role ensures optimum financial positioning occurs. The position has complete oversight and responsibility for the teams that manage all preconstruction deliverables including estimates, design assistance, engineering, scope development, constructability, scheduling, overall execution strategy, JV creations, UBE plan, subcontractor solicitation, contract terms negotiations, long‑lead procurement, and initial billing associated with large‑scale Data Center projects and ensures thorough, exemplary customer communications and project results are achieved.
Our Ideal Candidate
Is a proven leader, able to hire, coach, and develop a strong team of high performers.
Has strong negotiation, conflict management, and persuasion skills, able to influence at all levels of the organization.
Is an exceptional communicator, able to build strong internal and external business partner relationships while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
Day in the Life
Directs and supervises the preconstruction managers responsible for each opportunity for quality and accuracy of work. This includes all preconstruction deliverables and performs estimates and bidding, assists with establishing goals, and communicates expected standards of performance and quality for others.
Determines which projects to pursue based upon operational capacity, opportunity for cross‑selling, and strategic geographic opportunities for future growth.
Ensures preconstruction management partners with design department on design/build and design/assist projects to assure the project is designed to the optimal achievable cost within the allotted budget.
Supports preconstruction managers in planning, reviews, and helps coordinate all assigned preconstruction deliverables to maximize time and efficiency while delivering promises to customers and co‑workers.
Works with preconstruction managers to determine general expenses, labor rates, scope and other elements associated with the opportunities, provides a detailed value analysis, and ensures all deliverables meet the customer’s and/or company’s conditions for timing and quality satisfaction.
Develops and maintains exemplary client and subcontractor relationships and conducts high‑quality business development activities regularly.
Creates and manages an annual Get and Complete budget and maintains some level of responsibility for companywide backlog.
Builds strategic and effective relationships with customers, project teams, specialist contractors, vendors, suppliers, user groups and others that reflect and support the company’s core values and meet or exceed customers’ expectations.
Provides regular and high‑quality hiring, communications, mentoring, coaching, problem‑solving, and training for staff and other co‑workers at all levels; advises and coaches employees and provides performance feedback regularly.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in engineering, construction management, building construction, architecture, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum 10+ years of electrical construction experience in estimating, common code requirements, design/build estimating and preconstruction with a concentration in large commercial construction projects. Previous experience with field installation helpful. Minimum 5 years of direct people‑management experience.
Preferably 4–5 years of hands‑on project management experience; extensive project management leadership skills and thorough understanding of the project life cycle.
Extensive experience with value analysis in all market segments and in‑depth trade knowledge. Experience with computerized estimating software, preferably Accubid. Strong conceptual estimating skills and experience reviewing estimates for accuracy and completeness. Experience in establishing budgets, business negotiation and vendor communication.
Knowledge of building construction, materials, costs, systems, market conditions/trends, trade practices and regional differences; extensive knowledge of electrical code and skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, blueprints and specifications and financial documents; strong technical understanding of electrical systems.
Strong visionary strategic leadership and communication skills for employee groups at all levels, customers, subcontractors, vendors and community leaders. Exceptional business development, relationship building and client communication skills.
Excellent written, verbal, listening, presentation, negotiation, conflict management and persuasion skills, and the ability to influence employees at all levels, including senior management.
Exceptional ability to coach, mentor, motivate and develop front‑line and senior‑level management, providing support to build highly performing, highly engaged teams and providing organizational and leadership guidance through periods of significant transition. Strong collaboration, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with and facilitate diverse work teams.
Travel
Approximately 50% of travel is expected and required.
Salary Range
$152,500 - $198,200 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. We also offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well‑being. Additional information is available at ArchKey.com.
Legal & Fraud Disclaimer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. #CA30-1
Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions only communicates through official channels. All official communication will come from an @archkey.com email address and we will never ask for financial information, payments, or personal details outside of the standard hiring process. To confirm the legitimacy of a job, visit our careers page or reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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