Remote Preconstruction Director - MEP Projects

Michael Page International

Washington, DC(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$150,000–$165,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Best Practices, Budget Management, Budgeting, Building Systems, Business Development, Certified Case Manager (CCM), Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Cost Estimates, Cost Modeling, Energy Efficiency, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Healthcare, Higher Education, Leadership, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Procurement Strategy, Project Development, Project Estimates, Project Evaluation, Project Execution, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Relationship Management, Retrofit, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Schedule Development, Schematics, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Value Engineering
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
Today
  • Remote leadership role with award winning company
  • Lead major $300M+ energy infrastructure projects nationally
About Our Client

This growing energy services and design-build firm specializes in delivering large-scale infrastructure modernization projects across federal, municipal, and commercial sectors. With a strong focus on energy efficiency, sustainability, and advanced building systems, the organization has built a national reputation for delivering high-impact retrofit and performance contracting projects. The Preconstruction Director will play a pivotal role in shaping project success and supporting continued expansion. As the company scales, the Preconstruction Director will help establish best practices and lead complex pursuits across diverse markets. This is an opportunity for the Preconstruction Director to influence both project execution and long-term growth strategy.

Job Description
  • Lead all phases of preconstruction from early opportunity through project handoff
  • Develop project budgets, schedules, and execution strategies
  • Oversee conceptual, schematic, and GMP estimating processes
  • Build detailed cost models for complex MEP and infrastructure projects
  • Perform value engineering and optimize cost vs. performance outcomes
  • Partner with business development on proposals, presentations, and pursuits
  • Evaluate project viability and deliver go/no-go recommendations
  • Develop procurement strategies and manage subcontractor relationships
  • Lead bid processes, scope alignment, and contract negotiations
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to cost, scope, schedule, and constructability
  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams for seamless project planning
  • Mentor and grow the preconstruction team and processes
  • Act as a strategic advisor to executive leadership throughout project lifecycle
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience in preconstruction, estimating, project management, or construction/project development
  • Exposure to design-build, MEP systems, infrastructure, or energy-related projects is a plus
  • Familiarity with federal, institutional, healthcare, higher education, or similar project environments is helpful but not required
  • Strong understanding of construction processes, cost estimating, and project planning principles
  • Ability to review drawings, scopes, and specifications and translate them into budgets or plans
  • Comfortable collaborating with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors
  • Solid communication and organizational skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
  • Experience with estimating tools and Microsoft Office (or similar tools)
  • Interest in sustainability, infrastructure modernization, or energy projects is a plus
  • Certifications (CCM, DBIA, PMP, PE, or similar) are beneficial but not required
What's on Offer
  • Base Salary: $150,000 - $165,000
  • Performance-based bonus potential
  • Full benefits package
  • Remote work flexibility with occasional travel
  • Opportunity for leadership growth in a scaling organization


Please apply to be considered for this position!

Contact

Patrick Stafstrom

Quote job ref

JN-072026-7061053

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/