Director of Preconstruction - Mission Critical

Overview:

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.

 

MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

 

MasTec Utility Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MUS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

 

Job Summary

 

The Director of Preconstruction - Mission Critical Projects; leads pre-construction efforts with a focus on estimating and procurement, driving early alignment across stakeholders and vendors.

 

This role is the front-end strategist for Mission Critical projects (wet and dry utility installation) - requiring precision, speed, and cost clarity. Success demands deep experience in takeoff, scope analysis, procurement timelines, and commercial risk review.

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

 

Estimating and Pre-Construction:

• Lead estimating efforts for Mission Critical proposals, including reviews of RFQs, drawings, and owner requirements.
• Develop cost breakdowns for civil, electrical, and structural scopes.
• Analyze plans with construction leads for constructability and scope gaps.
• Support design reviews to inform estimate accuracy and scheduling.
• Integrate production rates and lessons learned into estimates.

 

Procurement and Vendor Engagement:

• Plan for long-lead procurement items early in pre-construction.
• Structure bid packages and align vendor scopes with procurement teams.
• Monitor material and labor pricing, especially in volatile categories.
• Develop procurement strategies for hand-off to operations.

 

Project Readiness and Internal Hand-off:

• Coordinate estimating and procurement documentation for execution teams.
• Lead development of project schedules and internal launch meetings.
• Track KPIs for planning vs. actuals in cost, time, and subcontractor performance.

 

Pre-Sales Support and Proposal Development:

• Support Business Development in reviewing RFPs and qualifying opportunities.
• Develop proposal content including bid schedules and execution narratives.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walks to inform estimating approach.
• Align with engineering and estimating to shape pricing strategies.
• Serve as technical support during shortlist interviews.

Qualifications:

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field and/or 7+ years of experience in project planning/scheduling, with at least 3 years in management or a leadership role.
• Proven experience with data center construction projects.
• Proficient in planning and scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, Bluebeam, Navisworks).
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project lifecycles, and contract structures.
• PMP or CCP certification is a plus.
• Occasional travel to project sites or vendor locations (10-20%).

 

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.   

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is primarily sedentary, with some filing or lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.   

 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.   

 

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).  

 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.