Job Description

Verrus have partnered with a well established firm specialising in designing, building, and operating Tier III and IV-level facilities. Their projects are 100% Data Center Focused.

Job Title - Director of Pre-Construction - Data Centers

Location - Atlanta, Georgia

Company Overview

A nationally recognized leader in mission-critical infrastructure, our client specializes in providing fully customized data center solutions for enterprise and hyperscale clients. Nearly 20 years' experience in the entire lifecycle of data center development—from strategic planning and design through construction, commissioning, operations, and long-term facilities management.

Trusted by global technology leaders they maintain an unwavering commitment to quality, client service, and operational integrity. The team includes over 500 professionals who thrive in a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance environment designed to support Data Center delivery at scale.

Values and Commitments:

• 100% Focused on Data Centers and Critical Environments
• Strong Support for Military Veterans and Leadership Experience
• Owner-Operator Mindset Driving Accountability and Long-Term Value
• Deep Commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Talent Development

Position Summary

Our Client are currently seeking a Director of Preconstruction to lead all preconstruction and procurement activities for data center development projects in the Atlanta region. This executive-level role is responsible for directing strategic estimating efforts, managing early-stage planning and budgeting, supporting business development, and ensuring seamless transitions into construction execution.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in large-scale commercial or mission-critical construction, possesses in-depth knowledge of MEP systems, and demonstrates strong leadership and client engagement skills. This is a key position that plays a vital role in shaping project success before construction begins.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all phases of preconstruction, including budgeting, estimating, value engineering, scope definition, trade coordination, and procurement strategy
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations
• Establish accurate and detailed budgets during conceptual, schematic, and design development phases
• Direct and oversee all take-off activities, cost tracking systems, and risk assessments
• Coordinate responses to RFPs, and actively support business development and client proposal efforts
• Create, update, and manage detailed bid schedules, timelines, and procurement deliverables
• Lead subcontractor qualification and selection processes; build a reliable, competitive subcontractor base
• Provide technical and strategic oversight on mechanical and electrical system estimating and design integration
• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure constructability reviews and hand-offs are seamless and effective
• Present project estimates and planning recommendations to internal executive teams and client leadership with confidence and clarity
• Reconcile and align estimates with design team inputs and client targets
• Guide and mentor preconstruction team members and support their professional development
• Manage buyout documentation, contract issuance, scope alignment, change order tracking, and preconstruction documentation
• Consistently deliver high-quality customer service and contribute to long-term client partnerships

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline required
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mission-critical construction with at least 3 years in a leadership or director-level preconstruction role.
• Strongly preferred: Experience in data center construction and MEP-intensive projects
• Expertise in Divisions 2–10, particularly concrete, structure, envelope, and finish trades
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project); experience with Yardi, Procore, or Prolog is advantageous.
• Proven track record of developing and presenting conceptual and detailed estimates
• Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional teams and building external partnerships.
• Superior analytical, negotiation, and project management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication; capable of interacting confidently with C-suite executives and technical stakeholders
• High attention to detail, solution-oriented mindset, and strong organizational discipline

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus eligibility.
• Per diem provided for travel when required.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision.
• 401(k) 5%.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
• Salary: $165k-$205K

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.

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