Director of Project Managment Job at Boot Recruit, Jackson, WI

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  • Boot Recruit
  • Jackson, WI

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Project Management & Preconstruction

COST of Wisconsin, Inc. creates award-winning themed construction for zoos, theme parks, resorts, casinos, museums, and more.

We're seeking an experienced and hands-on  Director of Project Management & Preconstruction  to lead our project management, estimating, and preconstruction teams, from concept through closeout while developing talent, optimizing processes, and collaborating closely with clients and internal teams.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead, and train project managers, estimators, and preconstruction staff to success
  • Coordinate and align internal activities by establishing priorities, assigning responsibilities based on project requirements and team members’ skill sets; lead project planning, bidding, budgeting, and execution
  • Build customer relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, sales, shops, and field construction
  • Ensure quality, safety, and profitability across all projects; help to manage schedules, deviations, subcontractor relations, etc.
  • Oversee estimating and construction progress, with a focus on budget adherence and quality standards
  • Ensure accurate, competitive, and professional preparation and presentation of bids, proposals, contracts, and project plans
  • Monitor project financials, negotiate and understand contracts; address cost projections, change orders, requisition reviews, and risk reporting
  • Drive team development and individual performance through coaching, setting KPI measures, and mentoring

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor’s in construction management, project management, civil engineering, or a related field
  • 7+ years progressive experience in preconstruction, project management, and estimating
  • 5+ years of directly leading, managing, and setting metrics for cross-functional team members
  • Strong skills in estimating, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, contract interpretation, and risk management
  • PMP strongly preferred or ability to obtain after hire
  • OSHA-10 certification
  • LEED accreditation, field experience, and design-build background preferred
  • Experience with tools like Procore, MS Project, and ERP systems
  • Positive and solution-oriented, with a steady approach to ambiguity, challenges, and daily demands
  • Customer-focused, building strong internal and external relationships
  • Respectful, professional, and approachable leader—motivates teams while upholding high standards
  • Strategic and analytical, flexible and adaptable; excels at meeting shifting priorities and deadlines
  • Strong communicator—clear, concise, and engaging in writing, speaking, listening, and presenting
  • Process-minded and innovative, always looking to improve efficiency and outcomes
  • Invested in team success, with strong coaching, mentoring, and leadership skills
  • Highly organized, managing multiple projects, deadlines, and team members effectively
  • Collaborative and able to lead without ego or domination; drives results without creating friction

We’re looking for a strategic, people-focused leader with industry knowledge and a drive for excellence. If that’s you, we’d love to connect. Some national travel is required to customers, construction sites, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, For subcontractor, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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