# Director of Preconstruction & Business Development (Drywall & Framing) > Ironcore Construction · San Jose, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-03 **Workplace:** on_site ## Description **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 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 estimating expertise, helping drive revenue growth while ensuring our bids remain competitive, accurate, and profitable. If you're an experienced construction professional 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, 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. - Coordinate 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!** ## Apply [Apply at Ironcore Construction](https://apply.workable.com/ironcore/j/8009CFC89E/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)