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.
Project Engineer (Advanced Manufacturing)
$50K - $140K *
Unlock potential by leading technical aspects of projects, coordinating with clients and teams to ensure quality and efficiency. Drive project success through planning, scheduling, and resource manage...
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Director, Construction Project Management (data centers)
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Join a dynamic team leading large-scale data center construction projects. Drive strategic operations, mentor talent, and enhance best practices while managing vendor relationships and ensuring projec...
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Shape the future of land development by leading complex projects from site evaluation to stabilization. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage entitlements, and ensure compliance while driving innovati...
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$95K - $115K *
Execute construction projects by leveraging technical expertise and collaboration with teams. Monitor progress, analyze performance, and resolve project issues to ensure quality and adherence to sched...
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$80K - $95K *
Engage with project teams to ensure seamless construction execution, managing schedules, budgets, and safety initiatives while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and trade partners...
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Elevate risk management strategies by leading insurance, claims, and compliance efforts. Collaborate across teams to optimize risk profiles and financial outcomes while driving program design and rene...
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Advance the delivery of construction projects by leveraging technical expertise, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring quality standards. Drive project success through proactive monitoring, r...
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PROJECT MANAGER (STEEL CONSTRUCTION)
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of steel construction by leading complex projects from start to finish. Drive team collaboration, ensure timely deliveries, and maintain quality standards while fostering strong custo...
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Program Director, Construction Projects (Onsite, Seattle, WA)
$150K - $200K *
Drive excellence in program management for high-value capital projects, ensuring financial rigor and best-in-class delivery. Lead cross-functional teams to execute complex Tenant Improvement programs...
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Accelerate progress at our Operations team by managing onsite trade activities, ensuring project execution, and mentoring junior associates. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to elevate constructi...
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$80K - $95K *
Manage and implement quality control activities for projects, ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to uphold quality assurance, conduct audits, and drive correct...
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Unlock potential by leading commercial and contractual strategies for complex projects, ensuring risk management and profitability while collaborating with diverse teams and clients to optimize projec...
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$88K - $105K *
Elevate project success by managing commercial, contractual, and risk aspects of complex projects. Collaborate with teams to optimize profitability and ensure compliance with contractual obligations w...
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Project Manager | Construction
$110K - $125K *
Lead the charge in managing high-performance construction projects, fostering team development, and enhancing client relationships while ensuring adherence to budget and quality standards. Drive innov...
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Drive project success by coordinating site operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and effective communication among teams. Support project documentation, monitor performance, and engage with stakeho...
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Construction Quality Director - Aviation
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in ensuring quality management for aviation construction projects, overseeing inspections, documentation, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to identify risks and implement correct...
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Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction
$100K - $120K *
Oversee all aspects of project delivery, managing budgets, subcontractors, and client relationships to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes that meet company commitments and project requirements...
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Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction
$95K - $115K *
Empower project success by leading implementation efforts, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships. Drive safety and quality outcomes while overseeing subcontractors and ensuring complian...
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Project Manager-Electrical Construction
$90K - $140K *
Manage electrical construction projects ranging from $5M-$10M, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and strong client relationships while overseeing all project phases from preconstruction to c...
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Project Manager - Roadway/Bridge
$100K - $150K *
Drive the success of heavy highway and bridge construction projects by leading teams, managing resources, and ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project...
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Project Manager - Roadway/Bridge
$100K - $150K *
Manage and coordinate heavy highway and bridge construction projects, ensuring timely completion within budget. Lead a team of engineers and supervisors, providing direction and resolving issues to ac...
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Project Manager - Roadway/Bridge
$100K - $150K *
Drive project success by leading heavy highway and bridge construction teams, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence while coordinating with stakeholders and managing resources effectively...
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Director of Residential Construction
$120K - $150K *
Unlock potential by overseeing construction operations, managing budgets, and ensuring quality standards across multiple communities. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic initiatives and enh...
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Director, Office of Preconstruction, Construction, and Pavements
$125K - $150K *
Drive national policies and standards in construction and pavement engineering, overseeing contract administration and innovative practices to enhance the Federal-aid highway program's effectiveness a...
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Drive successful execution of mechanical construction projects, managing teams and stakeholders to ensure quality, safety, and timely completion while fostering business development opportunities and...
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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.