Director of Construction
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Job Location:
Huntsville, AL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 130000 - 235000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Leidos specializes in a wide range of commercial construction projects including Tenant Improvements Manufacturing Labs and Classified Spaces. Leidos is seeking an experienced Director to oversee the construction efforts ensuring continued growth and project excellence.
Role Overview:
The Director of Construction will be responsible for the overall leadership and strategic direction of the construction division in Huntsville Alabama. This individual will oversee day-to-day operations lead project management teams and ensure all construction activities are executed efficiently safely and with a strong focus on quality and client satisfaction.
The Director of Construction is a senior-level position for someone with a proven track record of managing teams optimizing operations and delivering successful commercial projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic leadership and vision for the construction project operations and strategic project planning.
Oversee and manage all phases of construction projects from pre-construction to closeout.
Ensure projects are delivered on time within budget and in accordance with quality standards.
Lead and mentor the third-party project management execution team.
Drive process improvements and operational efficiency across all project sites
Work closely with executive leadership to align project execution with company goals and strategic focus.
Oversee project budgeting scheduling risk management and resource planning.
Serve as the primary point of contact for high-level client communications and project performance updates.
Build and maintain relationships with Leidos business sector organizations.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 15 years of experience in commercial construction with a concentration on Manufacturing facility projects with at least 5 years in a senior operations or executive-level role. Additional years experience may be used in lieu of a degree. Degree in in construction management Engineering or a related field (preferred).
Strong background in managing a diverse portfolio of commercial projects (e.g. classified projects commercial office spaces and manufacturing.
Proven ability to lead mentor and inspire teams across multiple projects
Deep understanding of construction operations contracts scheduling and budgeting.
Exceptional leadership communication and problem-solving skills
Strong business acumen and the ability to make data-driven decisions
Familiarity with construction management software and other Office 360 applications such as Excel PowerPoint & MS Project.
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Original Posting:
December 4 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $130000.00 - $235000.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees collaborate to create smarter technology solutions for customers in these critical markets.
