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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$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring timely delivery within budget. Foster client relationships and oversee project lifecycles from initiati...

3 weeks ago

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

$200K - $240K *

Lead transformative healthcare capital projects, driving strategic growth and operational excellence. Oversee complex construction initiatives, manage high-performing teams, and build executive relati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex electrical construction projects, providing strategic oversight and mentorship. Collaborate with executives to drive project success and ensure high-quality executi...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the management of complex electrical construction projects, providing strategic leadership and guidance. Collaborate with executives and teams to ensure successful execution of Engineering, Pr...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to manage large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance and excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders, track milestones, and enhance processes while delivering outstanding cli...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $145K *

Manage and oversee defined scopes of work on ground-up projects, ensuring accuracy and coordination among trades while driving project success from procurement to closeout under senior guidance...

6 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion project management excellence by leading teams to enhance profitability, efficiency, and client satisfaction, while implementing innovative processes that support organizational growth and re...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $190K *

Transform community spaces by leading parks and recreation construction projects. Leverage your extensive public works experience to manage budgets, coordinate teams, and ensure quality and safety in...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive successful project execution by managing field operations, ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence, while fostering strong client relationships and mentoring team members for outstanding...

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

$110K - $150K *

Lead and manage commercial concrete construction projects, ensuring timely, safe, and budget-friendly delivery while coordinating with teams and stakeholders to achieve project goals and maintain qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$93K - $126K *

Manage project engineering tasks, ensuring effective coordination and compliance. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, maintain documentation, and mentor field engineers while upholding safety st...

3 weeks ago

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

$93K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in construction project management. Leverage your engineering expertise to coordinate field operations, manage documentation, and ensure compliance while men...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Manage complex electrical construction projects from kickoff to closeout, ensuring effective planning, budgeting, and client relations. Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver impactful large-scale...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower operational excellence by leading project execution and resource management in the NorCAL region. Drive safety, profitability, and client satisfaction while mentoring a high-performing team an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in multidisciplinary design execution for large-scale data center projects, managing external consultants and ensuring alignment with project requirements, schedules, and quality stand...

2 weeks ago

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

$138K - $188K *

Elevate your career by providing essential legal support on construction and development projects, managing external counsel, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive efficiency and compliance ac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $156K *

Lead the charge in managing construction projects, ensuring safety compliance and quality standards while coordinating resources and reporting on progress to achieve successful project outcomes in the...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $118K *

Oversee construction activities on high-voltage transmission lines, ensuring safety and compliance. Lead field crews, manage project progress, and conduct hazard assessments while fostering a collabor...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $156K *

Elevate your career by managing construction projects in the energy sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and quality while driving project success and deliveri...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing design integration across projects. Oversee planning, coordination, and collaboration to ensure seamless transitions from design to construction while fosteri...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering outstanding construction projects on time and within budget, while fostering client relationships and ensuring quality and safety throughout the project life...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$91K - $156K *

Lead the charge in project management excellence by overseeing complex construction endeavors, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and optimal financial performance while fostering strong cli...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Drive the category strategy and sourcing for mechanical OFCI equipment, ensuring timely delivery and quality across data center projects. Lead a team while managing supplier relationships and mitigati...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing grid-scale energy storage projects. Collaborate with teams and contractors to ensure project success, achieving safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives through a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering grid-scale energy storage projects by overseeing planning, execution, and compliance of construction phases, ensuring quality, safety, and budget objectives are achieved...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.