Job Description

About Liberty:

Founded in Boston, Massachusetts in 2007, Liberty offers expertise in a broad array of construction and equipment services nationwide including general requirements, equipment, supply, concrete, special projects, and site access solutions. Our experience, combined with our innovative approach and stellar customer service, ensures a seamless experience —with safety and reliability at the forefront. We’ve built strong relationships with key contractors and clients in every sector, including commercial, residential, healthcare, and higher education.

Overview:

The National Director of Preconstruction will serve as a key enterprise leader and trusted partner across all regions. This role is instrumental in driving Liberty’s growth, performance, and reputation nationwide by ensuring our preconstruction services set the foundation for successful project delivery across diverse markets.

The Director will lead all aspects of preconstruction at a national scale, including estimating, budgeting, scheduling, constructability reviews, and client engagement. This leader will bring deep expertise in cost estimation across all major construction divisions, an ability to partner with regional operations teams, and a passion for building high-performing teams that deliver accuracy, innovation, and value to clients.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Serve as the national leader for all preconstruction efforts, aligning strategy with Liberty’s enterprise growth objectives.
• Partner closely with executive leadership to drive pursuit strategy, project acquisition, and client satisfaction across all regions.
• Represent preconstruction in national executive discussions, client presentations, and industry forums.

Preconstruction & Estimating Excellence

• Oversee all cost estimating, take-offs, pricing, and budgeting for projects nationwide.
• Ensure accuracy, competitiveness, and alignment with market conditions across all construction divisions (general requirements, concrete, structural, finishes, etc.).
• Drive innovation in preconstruction practices, including technology adoption, benchmarking, and cost database development.

Team Development & Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and develop regional preconstruction leaders and teams, building a culture of accountability, excellence, and growth.
• Collaborate with operations to ensure seamless handoff from preconstruction to execution across multiple regions.
• Champion continuous learning and professional development within the preconstruction function.

Client & Market Engagement

• Build and strengthen client and partner relationships to position Liberty as the contractor of choice nationally.
• Participate in major business development pursuits, proposals, and interviews, providing expertise and leadership.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on cost, feasibility, value engineering, and constructability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in commercial construction with at least 7 years in preconstruction leadership at a multi-region or national level.
• High degree of construction knowledge with strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret project plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; able to present with confidence to internal teams and external clients.
• Strong management, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with estimating and construction software, including Microsoft Office, Sage Estimating, Digital Takeoff Programs, Bluebeam, OnScreen Takeoff, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and Timberline.
• Advanced technical skills in a Windows environment, with the ability to collect and analyze data in Excel, and prepare professional documents and correspondence in Outlook and Word.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks with a focus on thoroughness, accuracy, and meeting deadlines.
• Collaborative, team-oriented leadership style with the ability to thrive in a professional, fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions:

Construction jobsite and warehouse conditions, which include exposure to high temperatures; cool/cold temperatures; weather conditions, and loud noises. Some general office and construction trailer working conditions. Job site walking.

EEO Statement:

Liberty provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Liberty will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Liberty , or anyone working on behalf of Liberty.

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