Director of Preconstruction & Business Development (Drywall/Framing Estimating)

Compensation: Competitive Base Salary + Performance-Based Bonus

Employment: Full-Time | In-House Position

BUILD RELATIONSHIPS. WIN BUSINESS. DRIVE GROWTH.

We are growing, and we're looking for an experienced, results-driven Director of Preconstruction and Business Development to help take our business to the next level.

This isn't your traditional drywall estimating position. We're looking for someone who can open doors, develop relationships with general contractors, generate new opportunities, and turn those opportunities into profitable projects.

You'll combine business development leadership with hands-on drywall estimating expertise, helping drive revenue growth while ensuring our bids remain competitive, accurate, and profitable.

If you're an experienced construction professional specializing in drywall estimation with a strong network, a passion for winning business, and the technical knowledge to back it up, we want to meet you!

WHO WE ARE

We are a professional drywall, framing, and taping subcontractor serving commercial and residential construction projects.

We pride ourselves on quality craftsmanship, efficiency, strong relationships, and a commitment to safety and excellence.

We're looking for someone who shares those values and wants to play a meaningful role in shaping our future.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As Director of Preconstruction and Business Development, you'll lead our efforts to expand client relationships in the drywall industry, identify new opportunities, secure profitable contracts, and oversee preconstruction and estimating activities.

Your primary objective is simple: Generate new business and grow profitable revenue.

You'll work closely with company leadership and our Director of Operations to pursue the right projects, prepare competitive proposals, and ensure successful handoffs to our field teams.

Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Develop and execute strategies to generate new business and grow revenue.
• Build lasting relationships with general contractors, developers, and industry partners.
• Identify, pursue, and secure profitable commercial and multifamily construction projects.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities and prospective clients.
• Lead client meetings, presentations, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Personally prepare and review drywall, framing, insulation, and taping estimates.
• Oversee preconstruction activities, bid schedules, pricing, and proposal quality in relation to all drywall initiatives.
• Coordinate drywall estimating resources and remote takeoff support.
• Review drawings, specifications, material pricing, labor costs, and project risks.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and protect project profitability.
• Partner with Operations on project feasibility, staffing, schedules, and turnover.
• Track awarded revenue, bid success rates, client development, and profitability.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 5+ years of drywall and metal framing estimating or preconstruction experience.
• Demonstrated success generating new business and developing general contractor relationships.
• A proven track record of converting opportunities into profitable awarded projects.
• Strong knowledge of drywall, metal framing, insulation, taping, and commercial construction.
• Ability to personally prepare accurate estimates and lead complex bidding efforts.
• Experience with estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, WinBid, or Plexxis.
• Strong understanding of labor productivity, material pricing, project costs, and margins.
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple opportunities, deadlines, and client relationships simultaneously.
• Strong leadership, accountability, and business judgment.

Highly Preferred:

• Established relationships with general contractors and developers throughout the Bay Area.
• Commercial drywall, multifamily, affordable housing, or prevailing wage experience.
• Knowledge of union labor pricing, fire-rated assemblies, and local building codes.
• Experience leading estimating teams or coordinating remote takeoff resources.

Benefits

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive Compensation

• Competitive base salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Performance-based bonus opportunity, with structure to be determined.

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Comprehensive coverage through the North Coast States Carpenters Union.

Paid Time Off & Holidays

15 days annually, as outlined in the Company benefits package.

401(k) Retirement Plan

Eligibility anticipated after 90 days, subject to plan confirmation.

Additional Benefits

• Phone allowance.
• Vehicle allowance, where applicable.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

WHY US?

Drive Real Business Growth. Play a direct role in expanding our customer base, winning projects, and growing revenue.

Build Your Own Relationships. Leverage your industry network while developing new partnerships with general contractors and developers.

Own the Opportunity. Lead the process from initial client relationship and estimating through contract award.

Make a Measurable Impact. Your success will be reflected in new business, awarded revenue, profitability, and repeat customers.

Partner With Leadership. Work closely with company leadership and Operations to influence business strategy and growth.

Be Part of Our Future. Join a company where your experience, initiative, and results can make a meaningful difference.

READY TO BUILD WHAT'S NEXT?

If you're a construction professional who knows how to build relationships, win business, estimate accurately, and drive profitable growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the future!