Vice President of Preconstruction

About the Company

Kimmel & Associates is a premier MEP contractor with over 50 years of industry leadership. The company self-performs across a wide range of services including electrical, plumbing, process piping, HVAC, underground utilities, prefabrication, and MEP design, serving industrial, commercial, biotechnology, and food-grade manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement preconstruction strategy aligned with corporate growth objectives
• Foster a highly collaborative environment within the preconstruction team and across operations
• Establish and standardize departmental processes, best practices, and delivery methodologies
• Own and manage the preconstruction department P&L, including budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation
• Lead pursuit strategy efforts, including go/no-go decision-making for major opportunities
• Drive excellence in estimating, planning, and early-stage project execution
• Partner with operations to ensure seamless transition from preconstruction to project execution
• Build and develop high-performing teams and mentor future leaders

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in preconstruction, estimating, or related leadership roles
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and driving organizational strategy
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Strong background in MEP construction and complex project delivery
• Proven experience with design-build, estimating, and/or VDC (Virtual Design & Construction)
• Experience working across industrial, commercial, or advanced technology projects
• Strong business acumen, including P&L management and strategic planning
• Ability to influence executive-level decisions and lead cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive executive compensation: $230,000 – $280,000 base salary
• Opportunity to play a key leadership role within a highly respected and growing organization
• Involvement in complex, high-profile projects across cutting-edge industries
• Collaborative, innovation-driven culture with strong executive support
• Long-term career growth and leadership impact