Atrium
Our client is a growing construction firm specializing in site development and heavy civil projects. Their team is committed to delivering high-quality construction services while fostering a collaborative, innovative, and safety-focused culture. They are looking for a strong leader to join their team as
Director of Construction , providing strategic oversight and operational excellence across all construction projects.
Salary/Hourly Rate
$150k - $175k
Position Overview
The Director of Construction is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of construction operations, with a focus on pre-construction planning and project execution. This role will lead the Pre-Construction and Project Management teams, ensuring projects are accurately estimated, properly planned, and executed efficiently and safely from inception through completion. The ideal candidate brings strategic thinking, deep industry knowledge, and exceptional leadership to help scale operations and deliver high-quality site development projects.
Responsibilities Of The Director Of Construction
Lead, mentor, and develop Pre-Construction and Project Management teams. Foster a collaborative culture focused on accountability, high performance, and continuous improvement. Develop and implement departmental policies, SOPs, and training programs. Direct budgeting, estimating, bid management, and constructability reviews. Collaborate with Business Development and Estimating teams to assess project feasibility and profitability. Review and approve estimates and proposals for accuracy and competitiveness. Oversee due diligence, permitting strategies, and risk assessment. Manage overall project delivery for active construction sites, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, safety, and quality standards. Work closely with Project Managers and Superintendents for timely, cost-effective execution. Monitor KPIs, productivity, and subcontractor performance. Resolve complex project issues, delays, and conflicts. Contribute to the strategic direction of the construction department, including growth planning, resource allocation, and process improvement. Develop construction budgets, forecasts, and staffing plans aligned with business objectives. Implement project management systems and tools for tracking progress and reporting.
Required Experience/Skills for the Director of Construction:
10+ years of experience in site development or heavy civil construction, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role. Proven track record managing complex projects and leading large teams. Strong knowledge of site development processes (grading, utilities, stormwater management, erosion control, etc.). Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam).
Preferred Experience/Skills for the Director of Construction:
Experience scaling construction teams and implementing operational best practices. Strong financial management skills and familiarity with construction budgets and forecasting.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
Benefits:
Company Vehicle. Phone Allowance / Company Phone. 10% Bonus Potential. Competitive base salary with bonus potential. Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. Collaborative, supportive work environment.
By applying to this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, and/or emails from Atrium and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to opt out on any message you receive. For more details, please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy .
As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO
Position ID: 157319 Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Director of Construction , providing strategic oversight and operational excellence across all construction projects.
Salary/Hourly Rate
$150k - $175k
Position Overview
The Director of Construction is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of construction operations, with a focus on pre-construction planning and project execution. This role will lead the Pre-Construction and Project Management teams, ensuring projects are accurately estimated, properly planned, and executed efficiently and safely from inception through completion. The ideal candidate brings strategic thinking, deep industry knowledge, and exceptional leadership to help scale operations and deliver high-quality site development projects.
Responsibilities Of The Director Of Construction
Lead, mentor, and develop Pre-Construction and Project Management teams. Foster a collaborative culture focused on accountability, high performance, and continuous improvement. Develop and implement departmental policies, SOPs, and training programs. Direct budgeting, estimating, bid management, and constructability reviews. Collaborate with Business Development and Estimating teams to assess project feasibility and profitability. Review and approve estimates and proposals for accuracy and competitiveness. Oversee due diligence, permitting strategies, and risk assessment. Manage overall project delivery for active construction sites, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, safety, and quality standards. Work closely with Project Managers and Superintendents for timely, cost-effective execution. Monitor KPIs, productivity, and subcontractor performance. Resolve complex project issues, delays, and conflicts. Contribute to the strategic direction of the construction department, including growth planning, resource allocation, and process improvement. Develop construction budgets, forecasts, and staffing plans aligned with business objectives. Implement project management systems and tools for tracking progress and reporting.
Required Experience/Skills for the Director of Construction:
10+ years of experience in site development or heavy civil construction, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role. Proven track record managing complex projects and leading large teams. Strong knowledge of site development processes (grading, utilities, stormwater management, erosion control, etc.). Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam).
Preferred Experience/Skills for the Director of Construction:
Experience scaling construction teams and implementing operational best practices. Strong financial management skills and familiarity with construction budgets and forecasting.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
Benefits:
Company Vehicle. Phone Allowance / Company Phone. 10% Bonus Potential. Competitive base salary with bonus potential. Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. Collaborative, supportive work environment.
By applying to this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, and/or emails from Atrium and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to opt out on any message you receive. For more details, please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy .
As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO
Position ID: 157319 Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Atrium by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Director of Construction” roles.
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