Job OverviewProject Director to lead the overall planning, execution, and successful delivery of large, complex construction projects or multiple concurrent projects from preconstruction through final closeout. This role is accountable for establishing project strategy, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring exceptional performance in the areas of safety, quality, client satisfaction, budget, schedule, risk management, and operational excellence. The Project Director serves as a senior leader who provides direction across all phases of the project lifecycle and helps ensure that project objectives are achieved in alignment with Skanska's standards, values, and business goals.
The Project Director works closely with clients, project executives, project managers, superintendents, preconstruction teams, design partners, consultants, and trade partners to develop execution plans, resolve complex issues, and drive successful project outcomes. This individual is responsible for overseeing financial and operational performance, monitoring project risks and opportunities, supporting commercial and contractual strategy, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships throughout the life of the project. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership presence, sound business judgment, deep construction knowledge, and the ability to foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across teams and partners.
Director - Project Required Qualifications:- 10+ years track record of delivering on-time projects.
- 10+ years of experience maintaining or exceeding planned profit targets for projects.
- 10+ years creating and maintaining a culture of safety.
- 10+ years' experience developing a culture of quality assurance and control.
- 10+ years managing and developing successful teams.
- Bachelor's Degree - Construction Management/Engineering or 8 years equivalent experience plus a minimum of 12 years prior relevant experience.
Our Investment in you:- We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the Compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
- As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there's a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
- At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we're committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
- We're committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth
- Compensation and financial well-being - Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401 (k), & Employee ownership program
Come work with us and join a winning team!Currently, the company is not considering applicants for this position who now or in the future require employment sponsorship by the company.Apply Today for Immediate Consideration!Background Check RequiredPrimary LocationUS-GA-Atlanta
Primary Work Location/AssignmentOnsite
Skanska Business UnitSkanska USA Building Inc.
Employee StatusFull Time
