Director, Preconstruction
Nscale — In-Person · Senior · $210k - $280k/yearly
Role description
Role Overview
The Director, Preconstruction will lead a team of Preconstruction Managers and Analysts, owning integrated Capex Total Development Cost Proformas, integrated development cash flow/commitment/cancellation Cost Ledgers, and planning level constructability analysis across a portfolio of hyperscale and mission-critical data center projects.
What You Will Do
The Director will oversee delivery of site-specific CapEx proformas, conceptual estimates, GC RFP reviews, Cost Ledgers consisting of project wide cash flow/commitment/cancellation costs, and revenue-ready date forecasting across all active and prospective projects.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of related Preconstruction or construction management experience, experience managing Preconstruction Managers or Senior Estimators, and demonstrated expertise in CapEx proformas, conceptual estimating, cash flow modeling, GC RFP review, and Prime Contractor Budget Reviews.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a relevant discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 10+ years of related Preconstruction or construction management experience
- Experience managing Preconstruction Managers or Senior Estimators, with demonstrated ability to lead a team of experienced professionals
- Data center or mission-critical facility experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated expertise in CapEx proformas, conceptual estimating, cash flow modeling, GC RFP review, and Prime Contractor Budget Reviews
- Strong understanding of construction documents at all levels of design — drawings, specifications, and contracts
- Proven ability to oversee multiple high-value concurrent projects while maintaining team cohesion and deliverable quality
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Word
- Excellent communicator across all levels — from trade partners to executive leadership and clients
- Willingness to travel up to 35% based on business needs
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan participation