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KCI Construction Company At KCI Construction, we are not just building structures; we are building futures.
Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.
Are you ready to build your future with a company that values your skills, dedication, and growth? Join us at KCI Construction, where your skills and talents will help shape the future of our communities. Together, we can build something great!
About Us
KCI is one of the more diverse self-performing contractors in the Midwest, with the expertise and ability to successfully perform on a wide range of projects. Any one of us can be found working on a design-build multi-story building one day, then a wastewater plant the next, and highway infrastructure after that.
KCI began in 1922 and is now an employee-owned construction company with offices in St. Louis and Springfield, Missouri. We are a team of builders and problem-solvers, who believe in doing things the right way.
Why KCI Construction?
Competitive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, retirement plans, and bonuses that recognize your hard work and commitment.
Career Growth: Whether you're just starting out or an experienced professional, we offer comprehensive training, internship, and opportunities for advancement.
Inclusive Culture: We believe in the power of diversity and foster an environment where every voice is heard and valued.
Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with generous paid time off.
Community Engagement: Join a team that gives back! Participate in local initiatives and volunteer opportunities that make a difference.
Safety First: Your safety is our top priority. We provide ongoing training and adhere to the highest safety standards.
Purpose
The Project Director shall provide leadership and managerial oversight to assigned
project management teams to ensure projects are being managed and constructed in a safe and
efficient manner to successful completion.
Leadership Attributes
Serve as a dynamic leader for the organization and purposefully model and support servant leadership principles. A collaborative leader with a drive to make a difference, a strong relationship builder, and a voice for business community and industry affiliations. A forward thinker, strategy and long-range planning is at the forefront of decisions, along with a fiscally responsible mindset. A change agent, support and active engagement with corporate improvement initiatives is inherent. An introspective leader, with an authentic style, believes development of self and others is paramount for organizational success.
Accountable For
Provide oversight to assigned project management teams to ensure projects are successfully
completed.
As required, lead, and manage assigned projects to successful completion. Provide estimating support, as needed, to ensure team revenue goals are met. Mentor team to ensure the most cost-effective methods are being applied for constructability
items, use of personnel, materials, equipment, and subcontractor partnerships.
Review labor and equipment resources with Project Managers and General Superintendent to
ensure project needs are being met and labor and equipment is being utilized in the most cost-
effective manner.
Provide monthly updates to Vice President-Transportation on all projects for team, including status of schedule, costs, and major project impacts. Attend and participate in subcontractor/owner meetings; provide input as needed to ensure
project partners are working together as a team.
Foster relationship with current clients and prospects to ensure expectations are being met;
ensure issues are being handled in a proactive manner and resolved in a timely fashion.
Provide advice, guidance, and direction to subordinates toward their professional development. Actively engage in the development of self and direct reports; assume overall responsibility for
entire groups professional development.
Oversee projects to ensure production and profit margin goals are being met. Assist in the resolution of construction claims, as needed. Meet regularly with project management teams to review project progress, schedules, budgets, and specific issues. Review correspondence on major issues prior to submission. Ensure all department and company policies, procedures, and standards are adhered to.
Qualifications/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred. A minimum of 15 years in the construction industry. Experience with heavy civil construction/Department of Transportation. Private and public work sector experience a plus. A high degree of integrity that shows support for the company and the employees while
maintaining focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.
Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail. Ability to organization, plan and manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results. Must be a self-starter, team player and communicate in a professional manner. Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles. Ability to read and interpret drawings. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Heavy Bid/Job, P6, and Vista is required.
Managed By: Vice President - Transportation
Physical Demands
Work is normally performed in a typical office environment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Limited exposure to physical risk. Noise level in the office environment is usually quiet. While performing the duties of this role, employee will be required to sit, talk, and hear. Employee is occasionally required stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with
hands and arms, stoop or kneel.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of something bigger! Apply today and let’s build your future together!
KCI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, material status, genetic information, national origin, disability or protection veteran status.Seniority level
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Project Director
role at
KCI Construction Company 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Project Director
role at
KCI Construction Company At KCI Construction, we are not just building structures; we are building futures.
Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.
Are you ready to build your future with a company that values your skills, dedication, and growth? Join us at KCI Construction, where your skills and talents will help shape the future of our communities. Together, we can build something great!
About Us
KCI is one of the more diverse self-performing contractors in the Midwest, with the expertise and ability to successfully perform on a wide range of projects. Any one of us can be found working on a design-build multi-story building one day, then a wastewater plant the next, and highway infrastructure after that.
KCI began in 1922 and is now an employee-owned construction company with offices in St. Louis and Springfield, Missouri. We are a team of builders and problem-solvers, who believe in doing things the right way.
Why KCI Construction?
Competitive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, retirement plans, and bonuses that recognize your hard work and commitment.
Career Growth: Whether you're just starting out or an experienced professional, we offer comprehensive training, internship, and opportunities for advancement.
Inclusive Culture: We believe in the power of diversity and foster an environment where every voice is heard and valued.
Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with generous paid time off.
Community Engagement: Join a team that gives back! Participate in local initiatives and volunteer opportunities that make a difference.
Safety First: Your safety is our top priority. We provide ongoing training and adhere to the highest safety standards.
Purpose
The Project Director shall provide leadership and managerial oversight to assigned
project management teams to ensure projects are being managed and constructed in a safe and
efficient manner to successful completion.
Leadership Attributes
Serve as a dynamic leader for the organization and purposefully model and support servant leadership principles. A collaborative leader with a drive to make a difference, a strong relationship builder, and a voice for business community and industry affiliations. A forward thinker, strategy and long-range planning is at the forefront of decisions, along with a fiscally responsible mindset. A change agent, support and active engagement with corporate improvement initiatives is inherent. An introspective leader, with an authentic style, believes development of self and others is paramount for organizational success.
Accountable For
Provide oversight to assigned project management teams to ensure projects are successfully
completed.
As required, lead, and manage assigned projects to successful completion. Provide estimating support, as needed, to ensure team revenue goals are met. Mentor team to ensure the most cost-effective methods are being applied for constructability
items, use of personnel, materials, equipment, and subcontractor partnerships.
Review labor and equipment resources with Project Managers and General Superintendent to
ensure project needs are being met and labor and equipment is being utilized in the most cost-
effective manner.
Provide monthly updates to Vice President-Transportation on all projects for team, including status of schedule, costs, and major project impacts. Attend and participate in subcontractor/owner meetings; provide input as needed to ensure
project partners are working together as a team.
Foster relationship with current clients and prospects to ensure expectations are being met;
ensure issues are being handled in a proactive manner and resolved in a timely fashion.
Provide advice, guidance, and direction to subordinates toward their professional development. Actively engage in the development of self and direct reports; assume overall responsibility for
entire groups professional development.
Oversee projects to ensure production and profit margin goals are being met. Assist in the resolution of construction claims, as needed. Meet regularly with project management teams to review project progress, schedules, budgets, and specific issues. Review correspondence on major issues prior to submission. Ensure all department and company policies, procedures, and standards are adhered to.
Qualifications/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred. A minimum of 15 years in the construction industry. Experience with heavy civil construction/Department of Transportation. Private and public work sector experience a plus. A high degree of integrity that shows support for the company and the employees while
maintaining focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.
Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail. Ability to organization, plan and manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results. Must be a self-starter, team player and communicate in a professional manner. Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles. Ability to read and interpret drawings. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Heavy Bid/Job, P6, and Vista is required.
Managed By: Vice President - Transportation
Physical Demands
Work is normally performed in a typical office environment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Limited exposure to physical risk. Noise level in the office environment is usually quiet. While performing the duties of this role, employee will be required to sit, talk, and hear. Employee is occasionally required stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with
hands and arms, stoop or kneel.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of something bigger! Apply today and let’s build your future together!
KCI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, material status, genetic information, national origin, disability or protection veteran status.Seniority level
Seniority levelDirector Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionManagement and Manufacturing IndustriesConstruction Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at KCI Construction Company by 2x Get notified about new Project Director jobs in
Creve Coeur, MO . Director of Project Management – Electrical Construction St Louis, MO $160,000.00-$180,000.00 1 day ago Senior Director, Agile Operations (Hybrid) - Center for Health AI St Louis, MO $129,800.00-$228,400.00 10 hours ago Director of Quality (General Construction) Greater St. Louis $90,000.00-$98,000.00 5 days ago Managing Director, Management Consulting St Louis, MO $180,000.00-$220,000.00 1 week ago Collinsville, IL $60,000.00-$70,000.00 1 month ago Director of Business Development, Food & Beverage ConstructionSenior Program Director of Membership and Health & Wellness - Monroe County YMCADirector of Business Development, ConstructionDirector of Strategic Initiatives, Medical Advancement - University Advancement St Louis, MO $84,200.00-$148,500.00 7 months ago Director of Construction, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $400,000/year USDSenior Group Director of Bridge, Geotechnical and Other Structural Design Services Chesterfield, MO $104,350.00-$155,350.00 5 days ago Senior Group Director of Transportation Infrastructure Design ServicesDivision Director, and Regional Clinical Program Leader, SSM Health, Saint LouisPreconstruction Director - Water & Wastewater ConstructionGeneral Manager 5 - Environmental Services / CustodialAssociation Senior Program Director of Child CareGENERAL MANAGER - MainStay Suites St. Louis Galleria St Louis, MO $80,000.00-$95,000.00 2 months ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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