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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$80K - $95K *

Lead project execution by coordinating logistics, managing costs, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive efficiency and ensure project success through effective oversight and strategic p...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in project execution by overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety, and coordinating all construction activities to achieve project goals and maintain compliance with schedules and q...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in construction management. As a Project Manager, you'll lead projects with vision, ensuring quality, safety, and profitability while mentoring engineers and...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by leading construction efforts, managing budgets, and mentoring teams. Ensure compliance and safety while delivering high-quality results in healthcare and industrial sectors...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of project success by leading construction efforts, managing budgets, and mentoring teams. Ensure compliance and safety while delivering high-quality results in healthcare and industria...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the technical and administrative management of construction projects, ensuring adherence to design specifications, budget, and schedule while collaborating with clients, subcontractors, and team...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in preconstruction excellence by developing teams, driving strategy, and fostering collaboration with clients and partners to ensure successful project execution and operational growth...

2 weeks ago

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

$185K - $235K *

Champion major heavy industrial construction projects from inception to closeout, ensuring excellence in execution, safety, budget management, and client satisfaction while leading diverse teams and f...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$185K - $235K *

Lead major heavy industrial construction projects, ensuring execution, safety, and client satisfaction while managing teams, budgets, and schedules from award through completion and closeout...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$185K - $235K *

Join a team that's leading large-scale heavy industrial construction projects, overseeing execution, safety, budget, and quality. Drive client satisfaction and team performance while coordinating mult...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$185K - $235K *

Lead the charge in executing large-scale heavy industrial construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules, and team performance from award th...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$185K - $235K *

Drive successful execution of large-scale industrial construction projects, overseeing all phases from award to closeout. Lead diverse teams, manage budgets, and ensure client satisfaction while maint...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$185K - $235K *

Champion large-scale heavy industrial construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while leading diverse teams and managing budgets, schedules...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$185K - $235K *

Empower your career by leading large-scale heavy industrial construction projects. Oversee execution, safety, budget, and client satisfaction while coordinating diverse teams and stakeholders to ensur...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Manage and enhance company-wide preconstruction strategies, overseeing complex project pursuits while ensuring adherence to key milestones and deliverables in estimating, budgeting, and scheduling pro...

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4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Lead and develop VDC teams to enhance digital construction processes, ensuring quality and alignment across projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate strategies that optimize planning, coor...

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of project management by leading client relationships, driving business growth, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with senior management to enhance service delivery and ensure project...

3 weeks ago

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

$138K - $214K *

Optimize project outcomes by leading preconstruction efforts for large-scale Data Center initiatives. Drive team performance, manage budgets, and ensure exceptional client relationships while overseei...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $214K *

Shape the future of data center projects by leading preconstruction efforts, ensuring optimal financial positioning, and fostering strong team collaboration to deliver exceptional results and client s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $214K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Data Centers by leading preconstruction efforts, ensuring optimal financial positioning, and fostering strong relationships across teams to deliver exceptional...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $214K *

Lead and oversee preconstruction efforts for large-scale Data Center projects, ensuring optimal financial positioning and delivering high-quality results through effective team management and strategi...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading project management efforts, ensuring timely execution and client satisfaction while mentoring team members and driving successful project outcomes across various constru...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic project development team to ensure successful preconstruction execution, fostering strong client relationships, managing budgets, and collaborating effectively fo...

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

$195K - $213K *

Execute strategic oversight for complex construction projects, guiding teams from pre-development through completion. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to ensure delivery within budget, schedu...

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

$250K - $300K *

Advance your career by managing complex projects, enhancing client relationships, and leading teams to ensure successful delivery. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders while mentoring junior staf...

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

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.