Construction Director, Industrial & Life Science

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry-Wehmiller’s Design Group is seeking a Construction Director to lead regional industrial projects from client brief to closeout, delivering on schedule and budget while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will manage a team of experts across engineering, procurement, and field teams, guiding proposals, design-build and EPC initiatives for food, beverage, life sciences, and advanced technology facilities in California and beyond.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in diverse construction roles.
• 8+ years in construction management and leading teams.
• Experience in construction management leadership, budgeting, and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional construction engagements from client meetings to project closeout.
• Oversee budget, schedule, quality, and safety across projects.
• Develop and review estimates, scopes, and proposals for design-build and EPC initiatives.
• Mentor and develop project teams to ensure delivery excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Construction Management

Safety Programs

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Timberline

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Timberline

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Barry-Wehmiller’s Design Group is seeking a Construction Director to lead regional industrial projects from client brief to closeout, delivering on schedule and budget while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will manage a team of experts across engineering, procurement, and field teams, guiding proposals, design-build and EPC initiatives for food, beverage, life sciences, and advanced technology facilities in California and beyond.