Director – Construction Management – Building Systems / Energy Management

Software Placement Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Presencial; USD 141.000 - 211.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive Benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Software Placement Group seeks a Director of Project Delivery to lead construction and project management operations across a substantial portfolio of performance contracting, energy infrastructure, and mechanical retrofit projects.

You will oversee project execution, build high-performing teams, manage financial performance, and guide the lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout, while driving safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction management, project delivery, or related operations leadership.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for construction and project management teams delivering large-scale sustainable infrastructure and performance contracting projects.
• Oversee successful execution of a project portfolio exceeding $100 million, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and per contractual requirements.
• Manage project delivery across multiple contract structures, including performance contracting, design-build, mechanical retrofits, energy conservation, and renewable energy initiatives.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Contract management

Risk management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Herramientas

Primavera

Procore

Descripción del empleo

Location: Philadelphia, PA | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: $140,600 – $211,300 annually + Comprehensive Benefits

Overview

An established organization in the energy efficiency, sustainable infrastructure, and building systems industry is seeking a Director of Project Delivery to lead construction and project management operations across a substantial portfolio of performance contracting, energy infrastructure, and mechanical retrofit projects. This senior leadership position is responsible for overseeing project execution, building high-performing teams, managing financial performance, and ensuring successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects that improve building performance, reduce energy consumption, and modernize critical infrastructure.

What you'll do

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for construction and project management teams delivering large-scale sustainable infrastructure and performance contracting projects


• Oversee successful execution of a project portfolio exceeding $100 million, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and per contractual requirements


• Manage project delivery across multiple contract structures, including performance contracting, design-build, mechanical retrofits, energy conservation, and renewable energy initiatives


• Establish project execution standards, resource plans, staffing requirements, and operational objectives to maximize efficiency and profitability


• Oversee project planning, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, risk management, quality assurance, and contract administration


• Provide leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from early development and preconstruction through execution, closeout, and post-project evaluation


• Identify opportunities for process improvement, operational efficiencies, and enhanced project delivery performance


• Maintain accountability for financial performance and profitability of the assigned project portfolio


• Manage revenue forecasting, project budgets, gross margins, cash flow, billing, and financial reporting


• Monitor project performance against financial and operational objectives, proactively addressing risks or margin erosion


• Partner with executive leadership in developing annual operating plans, financial targets, and growth strategies


• Participate in monthly project portfolio and backlog reviews, providing accurate forecasts of revenue, costs, and gross margin


• Evaluate complex contract structures, project risks, and financial considerations during development and execution


• Drive improvements in speed to revenue, project profitability, cash flow, and overall operational performance


• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary organization of project managers, construction professionals, and operations personnel


• Establish staffing and resource allocation strategies based on project backlog, anticipated growth, and operational requirements


• Recruit, retain, and develop high-performing employees while setting expectations for accountability and career growth


• Conduct performance evaluations, establish development plans, and support succession planning


• Foster a collaborative, results-oriented culture focused on safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement


• Lead both direct-report and matrixed teams across multiple departments and business functions


• Serve as a senior-level point of contact for customers, including executive and C-suite stakeholders


• Build and maintain strong customer relationships throughout project development and execution


• Support business development teams during early project evaluation, energy audits, conceptual design, estimating, and contract negotiations


• Provide input on project feasibility, subcontractor selection, value engineering, scope development, and risk mitigation


• Resolve escalated customer concerns involving project scope, schedule, financial performance, and contractual obligations


• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, industry organizations, and other strategic partners


• Collaborate with engineering, sales, procurement, and local operations teams to ensure successful project execution


• Champion a strong safety culture across all projects, employees, and subcontractors


• Ensure compliance with safety standards, applicable building codes, contractual requirements, and federal, state, and local regulations


• Establish consistent project management processes, quality standards, and project execution plans


• Monitor operational performance through KPIs including safety, schedule adherence, customer satisfaction, profitability, and cash flow


• Promote ethical business practices, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical discipline


• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction management, project delivery, or related operations leadership


• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale project portfolios exceeding $100 million


• Strong understanding of performance contracting, design-build construction, energy infrastructure, mechanical/HVAC retrofits, or other complex infrastructure delivery models


• Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary project management and construction teams


• Strong financial acumen, including project budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, gross margin management, and cash flow


• Ability to evaluate conceptual designs, identify project risks, and develop effective mitigation strategies


• Experience managing subcontractor relationships, contract negotiations, and complex project execution requirements


• Proficiency with construction scheduling and project management software, including tools such as Primavera and Procore


• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe applications, and financial reporting systems


• Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, and executive-level presentation skills


• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple business functions and lead teams within a matrixed organization

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC), Energy Service Companies (ESCOs), or sustainable infrastructure projects


• Professional certifications such as PMP or Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)


• LEED accreditation or experience with sustainable building practices


• MBA or advanced degree with an emphasis on business or finance


• Experience overseeing large-scale public-sector, institutional, commercial, or industrial infrastructure projects


• Background in energy conservation measures, mechanical systems modernization, renewable energy, and building efficiency programs

Compensation and benefits

• Base salary: $140,600 – $211,300 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, leadership background, and overall alignment with the position (can go higher for the right candidate)


• Competitive compensation and benefits package


• Long-term career growth opportunities within an established industry leader


• Exceptional candidates whose experience exceeds typical requirements may be considered for compensation beyond the stated range

Why this role

This opportunity offers the chance to lead a substantial project portfolio exceeding $100 million, play a key role in the continued growth of an established organization, and make a meaningful impact on organizational performance while overseeing projects that improve building performance, reduce energy consumption, and modernize critical infrastructure.