DER Construction Director - National Projects

McKinstry

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 166,000 - 252,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Job summary

McKinstry seeks a Director of Construction - DER to lead the Western US DER project execution from Seattle, WA. You will drive safety, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction across solar, BESS, EV infra, microgrids, and fuel cells with EPC and Design-Build delivery.

You will establish standards, manage multi-region teams, and collaborate with engineering, procurement, and safety to ensure successful turnovers and continuous improvement. Travel nationwide as needed.

Qualifications

12+ years of progressive construction leadership experience, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
Proven experience delivering solar, BESS, EV infrastructure, microgrids, or fuel cell projects at scale.
Strong background with IPPs, C&I clients, and utility customers.
Deep understanding of EPC contracting, risk management, subcontracting, and self-perform construction.

Responsibilities

Lead the Western US construction execution for DER projects across solar PV, BESS, EV infrastructure, microgrids and fuel cells.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to contract requirements and client expectations.
Establish and enforce consistent construction management standards, processes, and KPIs across the DER portfolio.
Lead EPC, Design-Build, and fixed-price projects, including self-perform and subcontracted scopes.
Oversee planning, mobilization, execution, commissioning, turnover across multiple regions and coordinate with engineering, procurement and construction teams.
Recruit, develop, and mentor Construction Managers, Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leaders.