Project Director (Construction Management)
Project Director (Construction Management)
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$ 165000 - 200000
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About Vanir
Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company recognized as a national leader in program project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964 we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial residential and nonprofit markets.
Job Description
The Project Director provides strategic leadership across project management and operations guiding one or more project teams. This role is responsible for client engagement business development internal operations financial oversight and team development. As a senior leader the Project Director plays a key role in identifying and securing new business opportunities and may serve as a proposal champion or capture manager.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
This position may oversee Project Managers Construction Managers and other staff acting as the senior field representative with accountability for scope schedule budget and client satisfaction.
Business Development & Client Relations
- Serve as both Business Developer and Project Director identifying opportunities and cultivating relationships with current and prospective clients.
- Lead proposal development including writing staffing teaming strategies and interview preparation.
- Represent the company and clients in public meetings presentations and forums.
- Act as the primary contact for contracts staffing and issue resolution.
- Maintain strong proactive client relationships and ensure satisfaction.
- Keep Area Manager and SoCal leadership informed of client needs and relationship status.
Project Leadership & Delivery
- Oversee multiple projects across various sectors (Healthcare Education Justice).
- Prepare staffing plans fee proposals and negotiate contract terms.
- Monitor budgets and ensure alignment with client expectations and financial goals.
- Deliver high-quality services that meet or exceed performance and profitability targets.
- Lead construction efforts in accordance with client policies and procedures.
- Ensure timely completion of deliverables and accurate documentation.
- Provide financial reporting to clients and oversight committees.
- Collaborate with client senior management on all project matters.
Program & Construction Management
- Manage program controls including cost schedule performance and risk.
- Generate and present reports to internal and external stakeholders.
- Resolve design and construction disputes and recommend corrective actions.
- Oversee logistics safety and manpower utilization.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations by contractors architects and engineers.
Team Leadership & Development
- Provide senior-level technical expertise and internal consulting.
- Support training and professional development initiatives.
- Supervise mentor and coach assigned staff; conduct evaluations and manage staffing transitions.
- Interview and onboard new project team members.
Construction Oversight - Manage construction from pre-design through occupancy including:
- Delivery methods and procurement strategy
- Contract administration and change management
- Scope development budgeting estimating and cost control
- CPM scheduling and schedule management
- Safety compliance reporting and field operations
- Contract administration and change management
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management or Architecture.
- Experience
- 10 years in senior project/program management for public sector/agency projects.
- 3 years in a seller-doer role contributing to business development.
- 2 years as a Project Director leading capital improvement projects for public sector clients.
- Proven success managing full construction lifecycle including pre-construction design reviews construction and close-out.
Technical Skills
- Expertise in estimating cost control scheduling and documentation.
- Strong knowledge of engineering and construction principles and practices.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with scheduling tools such as MS Project or Primavera.
Preferred Qualification
- Experience with Design-Build and Progressive Design-Build delivery methods.
- Familiarity with BIM and LEED standards.
- Professional registration as a licensed Architect or Professional Engineer.
- CCM DBIA LEED Certifications
Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors including education qualifications experience and geographic location. The Salary range for this position is $165000 - $200000.
Benefits
Vanir offers a comprehensive competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions medical dental vision health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions life AD&D and disability benefits flexible spending account (FSA) voluntary benefits Teladoc pet insurance paid time off national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program.
How to Apply
If youre interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at .
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EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Persons with medical limitations may with reasonable accommodations be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the persons limitations the requirements of the position and the companys ability to make reasonable accommodations to the persons limitations.
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Required Experience:
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Employment Type
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