Director of Construction Jobs

Explore Director of Construction opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Construction lead complex building and infrastructure programs, guiding projects from planning and budgeting through delivery. Browse roles across commercial construction, residential development, industrial facilities, healthcare, and other sectors.

What Does a Director of Construction Do?

A Director of Construction oversees construction projects, teams, and operations to deliver work safely, on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards. Responsibilities may include setting project strategy, managing budgets and schedules, coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and regulators, and addressing risks throughout the project lifecycle. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee a portfolio of projects or a regional or company-wide construction function.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek extensive construction leadership experience, strong project and financial management skills, and a record of delivering complex projects. Knowledge of contracts, procurement, estimating, building codes, safety requirements, and construction methods can be valuable. Effective Directors of Construction also bring clear communication, negotiation, team development, problem-solving, and stakeholder-management abilities. Requirements vary by employer and industry; some positions prefer a degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, along with relevant professional credentials.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director of Construction roles are available with general contractors, developers, construction management firms, and organizations that manage large property or infrastructure portfolios. Compensation depends on factors such as location, project scale, industry, experience, and the scope of leadership. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find senior construction roles aligned with their goals.

Find Director of Construction Jobs on Ladders

Search current Director of Construction openings to compare responsibilities, industries, and locations. Review each listing for its specific qualifications and compensation details, then apply to opportunities that match your construction leadership experience.

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$125K - $150K *

Optimize project outcomes by leading large-scale construction initiatives, ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, and quality standards while fostering strong stakeholder relationships and guiding high...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing project management teams, ensuring service excellence and strategic growth across diverse sectors while fostering a culture of learning and inclusivi...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform the preconstruction landscape by leading complex institutional projects, ensuring alignment of scope, budget, and strategy. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive successful proje...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing project lifecycles, ensuring operational excellence, financial management, and stakeholder relationships while fostering a culture of safety and div...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by leading commercial construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with specifications while collaborating with di...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Innovate with us to lead preconstruction efforts, ensuring project alignment with budget and schedule while collaborating with owners, architects, and engineers to deliver exceptional results in comme...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to lead preconstruction efforts, ensuring project goals align with budget and schedule. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes while maintaining effective c...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in project management by coordinating teams and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results while maintaining strong client relationships and managing multiple projects simultaneo...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion a high-performing Self-Perform Work (SPW) team to ensure safe, efficient project execution. Lead field operations, enhance collaboration, and promote talent development while driving adherenc...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$145K - $190K *

Manage project execution, ensuring adherence to schedules and profitability while exceeding client expectations. Oversee resources, deliverables, and subcontractor coordination to mitigate risks and a...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Empower projects as the compliance expert, ensuring U.S. federal initiatives meet regulations, executing effective controls and plans that drive successful delivery while evolving with our growing fed...

Reposted yesterday

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

$110K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects, ensuring client satisfaction by overseeing planning, execution, and team development while maintaining operational excellence and safety stan...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by facilitating construction project delivery through technical expertise and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality standards and timely execution while opti...

6 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering mega projects by developing strategic client relationships, managing project performance, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective team collaboration and resour...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading mega projects and fostering client relationships. Drive strategic planning, ensure project delivery, and enhance client satisfaction while managing budgets and resources...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by managing key client relationships and leading mega projects. Drive financial performance, mentor teams, and collaborate with leadership to achieve business objectives while ensurin...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of client relations by leading mega projects, developing strategic plans, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective management and collaboration with diverse teams...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $140K *

Drive excellence in construction management by overseeing project phases, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate across departments to foster safety, productivi...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple projects while driving financial success and client satisfaction. Develop team capabilities, implement strategic initiatives, and ensure a culture of safety and ri...

Reposted yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple projects to ensure financial success and client satisfaction. Drive initiatives, develop colleagues, and uphold safety standards while achieving operational goals...

Reposted yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple projects, ensuring financial success and client satisfaction while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Drive initiatives and develop co-worke...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing multiple initiatives, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving financial performance. Lead teams, foster relationships, and uphold safety standards while contrib...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Project Manager, overseeing multiple projects to ensure financial success and client satisfaction while fostering a culture of safety and collaboration within the tea...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by managing financial results and client satisfaction across multiple initiatives. Lead teams, ensure safety, and contribute to strategic planning while fostering strong client r...

2 weeks ago

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

$98K - $160K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing industrial fabrication projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while collaborating with clients and internal teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Construction do?question toggle

    A Director of Construction leads construction projects or operations, overseeing areas such as planning, budgets, schedules, safety, quality, contractors, and project teams. The exact scope depends on the employer and its project portfolio.

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

    Employers often look for substantial construction experience, leadership capability, and expertise in project delivery, budgeting, contracts, safety, and construction operations. A related degree or professional credentials may be preferred for some roles.

  • How much do Directors of Construction earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by location, industry, employer, experience, and the scale of projects managed. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation information.

  • Where can Directors of Construction find job opportunities?question toggle

    Opportunities can be found with general contractors, real estate developers, construction management firms, and companies overseeing facilities or infrastructure. Ladders lists senior professional construction positions across industries and locations.

  • What skills are important for a Director of Construction?question toggle

    Important skills include project and financial management, leadership, contract and schedule oversight, safety and quality management, negotiation, communication, and the ability to coordinate diverse stakeholders.