Director of Architecture and Construction Operations

Wesley Mingledorff Talent Partners; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesley Mingledorff Talent Partners is partnering with a Savannah organization to recruit a Director of Construction Operations. This leader will oversee the design and execution of new construction, renovations, and capital improvement projects from concept through occupancy, ensuring work aligns with design intent, quality standards, budgets, and schedules.

The role requires directing multidisciplinary teams, reviewing documents for accuracy, navigating codes and permits, evaluating bids, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in architecture or construction management.
• 10+ years of experience in architecture and construction.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience managing complex budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead all design and construction phases from concept to occupancy.
• Develop design concepts meeting stakeholder needs and aesthetic vision.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams and provide guidance to junior staff.
• Collaborate with designers to resolve details and provide contractor information.
• Review construction documents to identify errors and omissions and prevent change orders.
• Navigate building codes and environmental regulations to secure permits.
• Evaluate bid proposals and select vendors based on price and qualifications.
• Review contracts to ensure defined scope of work and manage budgets and schedules.
• Build strong relationships with contractors, suppliers, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Participate in weekly construction meetings to track progress and budget issues.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Team supervision

Problem solving

Regulatory compliance

Education

Architecture/Construction Management degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Procore

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Director of Construction Operations | Architecture

We’re partnering with an organization in Savannah to find a Director of Construction Operations to oversee the design and execution of new construction, renovations, and capital improvement projects. This role leads projects from initial concept through occupancy, ensuring work meets design expectations, quality standards, budgets, and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of design and construction, including conceptual and schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.
• Develop creative design concepts that meet stakeholder needs and advance the organization’s aesthetic vision.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams, including project managers, superintendents, and junior architects.
• Provide guidance and detailed feedback to junior staff to ensure drawings reflect organizational standards and project intent.
• Collaborate with designers to resolve details and provide contractors with the information needed to execute the owner’s vision.
• Conduct thorough reviews of construction documents to identify errors and omissions and help prevent costly change orders.
• Navigate zoning requirements, building codes, and environmental regulations to secure necessary permits.
• Evaluate bid proposals and recommend vendors based on competitive pricing, qualifications, and ability to deliver the intended scope.
• Review contracts and exhibits to ensure the scope of work is clearly defined.
• Establish and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Review construction invoices and monitor lien waivers and payments to subcontractors and lower-tier subcontractors.
• Build strong working relationships with contractors, suppliers, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in weekly construction meetings to track progress and address budget, schedule, and quality concerns.
• Coordinate with internal teams throughout occupancy, conduct post-occupancy evaluations, and address project follow-through.
• Maintain safe working environments and ensure compliance with OSHA standards and other applicable requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or construction management.
• At least 10 years of experience in architecture and construction, including a minimum of five years in a senior leadership role.
• Professional experience managing complex budgets.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Procore, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Skills

• Thorough understanding of all phases of the design and construction process.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and supervisory skills.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to interpret and apply state laws, local policies, and administrative and building code requirements.
• Ability to build productive relationships across project teams and stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, with a strong work ethic and accountability for results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with 4D/5D BIM.