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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Traveling Director of Project Controls- MSG- Data Centers
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of project controls by leading standardization efforts across engineering and construction processes. Collaborate with leaders to enhance operational strategies and drive continuous i...
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Project Director, Heavy Civil - Future Opportunties
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-performance leadership for multiple heavy civil construction projects. Drive strategic direction, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and ensure operational ex...
4 weeks ago
Project Manager - Healthcare Construction
$88K - $105K *
Drive project success by managing planning, execution, and procurement for multiple construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and profitability while exceeding client expectations and fostering...
2 days ago
Project Manager - Healthcare Construction
$95K - $115K *
Lead the planning and execution of construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and profitability while exceeding client expectations through effective team collaboration and project management...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive project success by managing EV charging and energy infrastructure initiatives from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients, coordinate teams, and ensure timely execution while maintain...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform project execution by managing EV charging and energy infrastructure projects from inception to completion, ensuring seamless coordination and client satisfaction while driving operational ef...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join our dynamic team to manage diverse EV charging and energy projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders, ensuring timely execution and high-quality service whil...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Take ownership of diverse EV charging and energy infrastructure projects, managing all phases from initiation to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful execution wh...
3 weeks ago
Special Projects Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Optimize client relationships and project performance by leading small construction services, fostering trust and loyalty, and developing new business opportunities while ensuring project profitabilit...
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$80K - $95K *
Drive overall project management from estimating to final acceptance, ensuring projects meet design, budget, and schedule requirements while leading on-site teams and maintaining client relationships...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead onsite project management from inception to closeout, ensuring timely and quality execution of commercial construction tasks while coordinating staff, schedules, and safety protocols in a dynamic...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in overseeing multi-state cannabis facility development, ensuring compliance and timely delivery. Manage diverse projects as the owner’s representative while collaborating with contrac...
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Senior Construction Manager (Airside)
$185K - $230K *
Transform your career by managing a multimillion-dollar airside construction program. Oversee project planning, contractor coordination, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while c...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Empower the design process by developing structural solutions and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality models and documentation. Engage in all project phases, ensuring compliance with code...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing diverse construction projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and effective communication with stakeholders while mentoring junior staff and fos...
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Project Director - Data Center
$150K - $180K *
Shape and lead large-scale design-build construction projects, ensuring quality execution from design to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and manage budgets for projects valued between $60 m...
1 week ago
Project Director - Data Center
$125K - $150K *
Shape the future with your leadership as you manage high-value construction projects from inception to completion, collaborating with a diverse team to deliver innovative design-build solutions across...
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Project Director - Data Center
$150K - $180K *
Drive impactful projects by leading design-build teams, ensuring quality and timely delivery of multimillion-dollar contracts while mentoring staff and fostering client relationships across all phases...
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Preconstruction Operations Manager
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at our preconstruction department by managing resources, processes, and systems to ensure timely and accurate proposals. Lead teams in a fast-paced environment, adapting to shiftin...
1 week ago
$176K - $212K *
Elevate your career by leading residential land development initiatives, driving project management, and fostering strategic partnerships in the Pacific Northwest. Collaborate with diverse teams to id...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing a high-profile institutional development project, ensuring rigorous documentation and client engagement while overseeing a multi-disciplinary team to deliver on time and wi...
5 days ago
Project Director, Major Project - Tunnel & Underground Group
$125K - $150K *
Champion major tunneling projects by leading proposals and execution, ensuring quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with teams to drive project success while managing resources and mai...
4 days ago
$180K - $215K *
Deliver exceptional project leadership by overseeing all phases from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance while fostering collaboration and mentoring future...
2 days ago
Transportation Project Manager
$100K - $125K *
Lead the charge in managing transportation projects, enhancing community connectivity through innovative design and strategic planning while mentoring a dynamic team to ensure project excellence and c...
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Transportation Project Manager
$100K - $125K *
Lead projects in transportation and environmental design, managing teams and client relationships to enhance community infrastructure and ensure project quality and compliance...
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What does a Director of Construction do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.