Director of Project Management & Preconstruction

Director of Project Management & Preconstruction

COST of Wisconsin, Inc. creates award-winning themed construction for zoos, theme parks, resorts, casinos, museums, and more.

We're seeking an experienced and hands-on Director of Project Management & Preconstruction to lead our project management, estimating, and preconstruction teams, from concept through closeout while developing talent, optimizing processes, and collaborating closely with clients and internal teams.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, and train project managers, estimators, and preconstruction staff to success
• Coordinate and align internal activities by establishing priorities, assigning responsibilities based on project requirements and team members’ skill sets; lead project planning, bidding, budgeting, and execution
• Build customer relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, sales, shops, and field construction
• Ensure quality, safety, and profitability across all projects; help to manage schedules, deviations, subcontractor relations, etc.
• Oversee estimating and construction progress, with a focus on budget adherence and quality standards
  
• Ensure accurate, competitive, and professional preparation and presentation of bids, proposals, contracts, and project plans
• Monitor project financials, negotiate and understand contracts; address cost projections, change orders, requisition reviews, and risk reporting
• Drive team development and individual performance through coaching, setting KPI measures, and mentoring

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s in construction management, project management, civil engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years progressive experience in preconstruction, project management, and estimating
• 5+ years of directly leading, managing, and setting metrics for cross-functional team members
• Strong skills in estimating, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, contract interpretation, and risk management
• PMP strongly preferred or ability to obtain after hire
• OSHA-10 certification
• LEED accreditation, field experience, and design-build background preferred
• Experience with tools like Procore, MS Project, and ERP systems
• Positive and solution-oriented, with a steady approach to ambiguity, challenges, and daily demands
• Customer-focused, building strong internal and external relationships
• Respectful, professional, and approachable leader—motivates teams while upholding high standards
• Strategic and analytical, flexible and adaptable; excels at meeting shifting priorities and deadlines
• Strong communicator—clear, concise, and engaging in writing, speaking, listening, and presenting
• Process-minded and innovative, always looking to improve efficiency and outcomes
• Invested in team success, with strong coaching, mentoring, and leadership skills
• Highly organized, managing multiple projects, deadlines, and team members effectively
• Collaborative and able to lead without ego or domination; drives results without creating friction

We’re looking for a strategic, people-focused leader with industry knowledge and a drive for excellence. If that’s you, we’d love to connect. Some national travel is required to customers, construction sites, etc.