Director, Construction Project Management

Vertex Companies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Vertex is seeking a Director of Project Management and Advisory in Texas to oversee complex real estate and infrastructure programs, guiding development from pre-design through occupancy and capital deployment decisions.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and schedules, and partner with lenders, developers, and investors to protect client investments while growing Vertex's Texas practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years related experience, or a Master's degree with 8 years, and at least 5 years in management.
• Experience managing large-scale commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, life sciences, healthcare, institutional, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Proven success managing multiple concurrent projects and client relationships with revenue responsibility.
• Strong leadership and client relationship management abilities, with a track record of originating new work and meeting targets.

Responsibilities

• Originate and close new work while building a revenue pipeline.
• Lead project management and owner's representative services for complex developments.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, cash flow, risk registers, and stakeholder communications.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients throughout development and construction lifecycle.
• Represent the firm at industry events and manage client relationships across engagements.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Construction management

Financial analysis

Risk management

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Scheduling software

Financial reporting tools

Construction accounting systems

Job description

Description

Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (Vertex) is a $180M global consulting firm that integrates strategic advisory, project management, and dispute resolution services for organizations facing complex challenges in a world of risk. We embody our core values of embracing lifelong learning, operating with urgency, maximizing value, and driving collaboration to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do and deliver meaningful impact.

Job Description

Based in Texas and reporting to the Managing Director, the Director will oversee project execution, development oversight, and risk management for real estate and infrastructure projects financed through debt and equity capital solutions. This individual acts as the owner's representative and trusted advisor to developers, investors, lenders, and institutional capital partners throughout the project lifecycle. The Director will partner with the Managing Director to grow the Texas practice and is expected to meet or exceed defined revenue and financial performance targets.

The role combines construction project management expertise with financial acumen to support capital deployment decisions, monitor project performance, mitigate construction and development risks, and protect stakeholder investments. The Director will lead multidisciplinary project teams, provide technical due diligence, evaluate construction budgets and schedules, and deliver ongoing portfolio oversight for projects ranging from ground‑up development to complex renovations and repositioning initiatives.

Core Responsibilities

Business Development, Leadership, Strategic Planning

• Personally originate and close new work, building a pipeline that meets or exceeds defined individual revenue targets.

• Develop and expand relationships with developers, owners, lenders, private equity groups, family offices, REITs, institutional investors, and other capital providers.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities for project management, owner's representation, construction monitoring, and development advisory services, and retain, expand, and cross‑sell existing accounts.

• Support the Managing Director in establishing growth strategies, target markets, and revenue objectives, and in meeting or exceeding annual revenue, budget, and utilization targets.

• Lead client pursuits, proposals, presentations, and contract negotiations.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by providing strategic guidance throughout the development and construction lifecycle.

• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, networking functions, and professional organizations, and travel as necessary.

• Cultivate relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, legal counsel, and industry partners to support business development efforts.

• Contribute market intelligence and industry insights to strengthen the firm's competitive position within the debt and equity advisory sector.

Operations

• Lead project management and owner's representative services for complex real estate and infrastructure developments.

• Oversee project execution from pre-development, planning, and entitlement through construction, commissioning, and occupancy.

• Establish project governance structures, reporting standards, and performance metrics across multiple engagements.

• Manage project schedules, budgets, cash flow forecasts, risk registers, and stakeholder communications.

• Review and evaluate construction budgets, cost estimates, GMPs, contractor qualifications, change orders, payment applications, and draw requests.

• Conduct technical due diligence for acquisitions, financings, refinancings, recapitalizations, and development projects.

• Provide construction monitoring and progress reporting services on behalf of lenders, investors, and equity partners.

• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect client investments and improve project outcomes.

• Directly manage, mentor, and develop project managers, consultants, and support staff, including hiring and career development, while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and client service.

• Ensure consistency, quality, and compliance with company policy, applicable regulations, internal standards, industry best practices, and client requirements.

• Prepare executive‑level reports and presentations summarizing project performance, risks, recommendations, and financial impacts.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of related experience or a Master's degree and 8 years of related experience, and at least 5 years in management capacity.

• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale commercial, multifamily, mixed‑use, life sciences, healthcare, institutional, industrial, or infrastructure projects.

• Experience supporting lenders, investors, developers, or capital markets clients through project monitoring, due diligence, and advisory services.

• Proven success managing multiple concurrent projects and client relationships.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.

• Exceptional client relationship management and business development capabilities, with a proven record of originating new work and meeting revenue targets.

• Ability to balance technical, financial, and operational priorities in a fast‑paced consulting environment.

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, negotiation, and decision‑making skills.

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.

• Established relationships with Texas developers, owners, lenders, and capital providers preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of construction management principles, project delivery methods, and development processes.

• Strong understanding of development finance, construction lending, capital stacks, debt and equity structures, and investor requirements.

• Expertise in construction budgeting, cost estimating, scheduling, forecasting, and risk management.

• Working knowledge of loan monitoring, draw administration, construction accounting, and investment oversight processes.

• Familiarity with AIA contracts, GMP agreements, procurement strategies, and construction contract administration.

• Ability to evaluate and communicate the financial implications of construction and development risks.

• Proficiency with project management platforms, scheduling software, and financial reporting tools.

• Advanced capabilities in stakeholder management, conflict resolution, and cross‑functional team leadership.

• Strong business acumen with the ability to identify opportunities for operational improvements and revenue growth.

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal construction regulations, permitting requirements, and industry best practices.

Additional Information

• At Vertex, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package that rewards performance and supports long‑term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a discretionary variable bonus program, depending on your level. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company‑paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.
• We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life.
• Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part‑time employees).
• At Vertex, growth never stops. Our signature “Lifetime of Learning” program offers tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education—helping you sharpen your skills and accelerate your career.