Preconstruction Director-Water/Wastewater

The company is a nationally recognized leader in the water and wastewater infrastructure sector, delivering innovative, high-performance solutions through collaborative and alternative delivery methods. With a reputation for technical excellence, sustainable practices, and successful execution of complex public works projects, the company continues to grow its footprint across the U.S. in progressive design-build and CMAR delivery.

The Wastewater Preconstruction Director will lead procurement and preconstruction phases on collaborative delivery projects such as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), and Design-Build (DB). This role requires coordination with internal project teams, design partners, joint venture entities, and public agency clients.

This is a high-impact role for an experienced construction professional with deep technical knowledge of advanced water and wastewater treatment processes and a strong track record of guiding projects through early-phase planning, budgeting, constructability, and GMP negotiations.

• Lead preconstruction strategy development in response to RFQs and RFPs

• Provide input on constructability, scheduling, materials, and project approach

• Collaborate with designers, JV partners, and stakeholders to develop cohesive proposals

• Author and contribute content for technical and execution sections of proposal documents

• Identify and plan for third-party approvals and permitting requirements

• Manage preconstruction operations, serving as liaison between client, designers, and construction team

• Provide technical input on treatment technologies (e.g., RO, UV, AOP) to optimize cost and schedule

• Lead GMP development and pricing strategy, including early works packages

• Conduct technical reviews and coordinate constructability assessments

• Build and foster strong client relationships, promoting a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset

• Oversee coordination with third parties and help navigate approval processes