Director, Construction Management

United Utility; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

United Utility seeks a Director of Construction Management to lead a high-performing team in the Power Delivery sector. The role drives business development across regions, oversees EPC and traditional CM projects, and ensures delivery on time, on budget, with safety and quality at the forefront.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in construction management, strong leadership, and deep industry connections to sustain year-over-year growth while maintaining excellent client and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction management within the Power Delivery industry, including EPC project execution.
• Proven history of leading teams and managing large-scale projects across multiple disciplines and regions.
• Strong understanding of transmission, distribution, substation, underground and renewable construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Build, mentor, and expand the Construction Management team.
• Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Lead business development to identify opportunities and customers (National growth).
• Direct and manage the Construction Management team for traditional/standalone CM and EPC projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meeting quality and safety standards.
• Develop and implement best practices for CM processes, tools, and reporting.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project management teams; maintain client and vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

About Us

Welcome to United Utility, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry, headquartered in the vibrant city of New Orleans, LA. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility, we craft power delivery solutions –built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand– fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.

About The Role

The Director of Construction Management will develop a high-performing Construction Management team within the Power Delivery sector. This role is responsible for supporting and leading Business Development efforts across multiple regions and ensuring successful construction management of EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects including execution of traditional/standalone construction management services for major investor-owned utilities, municipalities, co-operatives, and developers (including data centers). The ideal candidate will bring extensive industry contacts, operations experience, strategic leadership skills, and a proven ability to manage complex construction projects in a dynamic, national environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, mentor, and expand the Construction Management team to meet current and future business needs.


• Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Business Development

• Lead business development to identify and develop new opportunities and customers (National growth) while providing construction expertise during proposal development and client presentations.


• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives in the Northeast, Southeast, West, and other national markets.


• Responsible for full P&L ownership including year-over-year growth.

Project Execution & Oversight

• Direct and manage the Construction Management team responsible for executing traditional/standalone construction management and EPC projects.


• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and safety standards.

Operational Excellence

• Develop and implement best practices for construction management processes, tools, and reporting.


• Drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness across all phases of project delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with external and internal engineering, procurement, and project management teams.


• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).


• 10+ years of experience in construction management within the Power Delivery industry, including EPC project execution.


• Proven history of leading teams and managing large-scale projects across multiple disciplines and regions.


• Strong understanding of transmission, distribution, substation, underground and renewable construction practices required.


• Experience managing a P&L with deep industry connections to support year-over-year growth.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.


• Ability to travel nationally as required.

Key Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with regulatory compliance and permitting in multiple jurisdictions.


• Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends in power delivery construction.


• PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.

Accessibility

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