Construction Director Jobs

Explore Construction Director jobs for experienced professionals ready to lead complex projects, teams, and construction operations. Construction directors guide projects from planning and preconstruction through delivery, ensuring work meets business goals, schedules, budgets, quality standards, and safety requirements. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Construction Director Do?

A Construction Director provides strategic and operational leadership across construction projects or portfolios. Responsibilities may include setting project priorities, managing budgets and forecasts, coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and public agencies, and monitoring progress, quality, and risk. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee project managers, construction managers, site teams, or an entire regional construction function.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial construction and project leadership experience, a record of delivering projects successfully, and strong financial, communication, and decision-making skills. Knowledge of construction methods, contracts, scheduling, regulatory requirements, and health and safety practices can be important. A degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field may be preferred; relevant professional experience and certifications can also strengthen an application.

Where Construction Directors Work

Construction Directors work across commercial, residential, industrial, infrastructure, and institutional construction. Opportunities may be found with general contractors, developers, engineering and construction firms, manufacturers, and public-sector organizations. Project scope, location, company structure, and industry can all shape the role’s responsibilities.

Find Construction Director Jobs

Browse Construction Director opportunities on Ladders and compare roles by location, industry, and level of responsibility. Review each posting for salary information, required experience, and project scope, then tailor your résumé to highlight measurable results in project delivery, budget management, team leadership, safety, and quality.

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$95K - $115K *

Drive the success of telecom construction projects by managing operations, overseeing contractors, and ensuring quality and compliance throughout the build process. Collaborate with teams to deliver p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing complex construction operations for telecom projects, ensuring timely completion and quality control while acting as liaison between stakeholders in a dynamic environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing Telecom construction projects while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and schedule standards. Oversee contractors and teams through the complete lifecycle of site d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing construction projects for wireless carriers, ensuring timely completion, quality control, and compliance with standards. Collaborate with contractors and stakeholders to de...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate project success by overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and budget standards while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver exceptional results o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Transform the home construction landscape by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing team performance, and driving customer satisfaction through quality and timely delivery of new homes while minimiz...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractor performance across multiple assignmen...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $225K *

Transform complex, high-stakes projects by leading end-to-end delivery, fostering team performance, and ensuring alignment with stakeholders for predictable outcomes in regulated industrial environmen...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping urban transit solutions by leading complex construction projects. Leverage your expertise to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery while managing risks and foste...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Lead transformative projects while driving business growth, ensuring client satisfaction, and managing a $100M+ portfolio. Foster team development and exceptional outcomes through strategic planning a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance with federal standards, and leveraging your design-build expertise to drive success in a dynamic environment...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$136K - $187K *

Lead complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving project success from conception to completion...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to proactive project execution in commercial construction. Lead field operations, manage schedules, and ensure safety and quality to drive projects from preconstruction th...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$97K - $129K *

Lead the charge in project execution by providing field leadership, ensuring safety, and coordinating all construction activities to meet project goals and timelines while fostering collaboration amon...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Drive success by leading our regional operations in New Hampshire, building a high-performing team and expanding market presence through strategic client relationships and business development efforts...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing water and wastewater projects, ensuring compliance and quality as you collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for municipal and private clients...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$238K - $280K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex modular data center construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while collaborating with diverse teams across the org...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $280K *

Join a team that's redefining data center construction by leading complex, multi-site AI projects that ensure timely, quality delivery while managing large budgets and building strong teams of industr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage and oversee project financials and operations, ensuring profitability and resource scheduling. Mentor PMs and Engineers while driving project success through effective communication and problem...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional construction projects by managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading strategic engineering and construction initiatives. Oversee diverse projects that enhance transit infrastructure, ensuring compliance and quality while managing teams an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project execution by coordinating logistics, managing costs, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive efficiency while navigating varying environments from professional offices to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$97K - $129K *

Lead and coordinate large-scale commercial construction projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and timely execution. Collaborate with teams to manage schedules, oversee subcontractors, and drive proje...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex commercial projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while driving operational excellence and developing future leaders in the construction indust...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Drive multiple complex commercial projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while mentoring teams and managing financial performance across your portfolio...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Construction Director do?question toggle

    A Construction Director leads construction projects or operations, overseeing teams, budgets, schedules, quality, safety, and stakeholder relationships to support successful project delivery.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Construction Director jobs?question toggle

    Employers generally look for extensive construction experience and proven leadership in project or operations management. A degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field may be preferred, along with knowledge of contracts, scheduling, budgeting, and safety requirements.

  • How much do Construction Directors earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on location, industry, company, project scope, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual postings for salary details.

  • Where can Construction Directors find jobs?question toggle

    Construction Directors may find opportunities with general contractors, real estate developers, engineering and construction firms, industrial companies, and public agencies. Browse Ladders for vetted roles across industries and locations.

  • How can I strengthen my Construction Director job application?question toggle

    Highlight projects delivered, budget and schedule performance, team leadership, safety and quality outcomes, and experience managing clients, contractors, and other stakeholders. Use specific metrics where possible and tailor your résumé to each job description.